BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 3. Uzbekistan plans
to harvest up to 100 quintals of cotton per hectare at a 22-hectare
farm in Bukhara region, following the introduction of modern
agricultural practices and drip irrigation.
This was reflected in the statement by the Ministry of
Agriculture of Uzbekistan.
According to the Ministry, Minister Ibrohim Abdurahmonov
reviewed the effectiveness of agricultural practices during a
working visit to the Bukhara region, inspecting cotton fields
operated by the Bahodir, Bekzod, and Asadbek farms in the Qaroli
neighborhood of Jondor district.
The 22-hectare field was planted with a locally adapted foreign
cotton variety using modern agricultural technologies. The crop was
planted in a double-row configuration according to a 76-by-10
centimeter scheme, while drip irrigation was introduced in
accordance with established technical guidelines.
The ministry said cotton varieties grown on other plots of the
farm were also developing steadily. Agricultural preparations
involving the use of ethephon and Avguron products were carried out
in line with the so-called “Eight Laws” requirements aimed at
increasing cotton yields.
Moreover, it was noted that the required number of seedlings had
been planted per hectare in accordance with established
standards.
“The timely and high-quality implementation of agricultural
practices is expected to allow the farm to reach a yield of 100
quintals per hectare,” the ministry said.
During the inspection, Abdurahmonov positively assessed the
condition of agricultural practices in the fields and noted that
recommendations and instructions provided to farmers during
seasonal training seminars were being implemented in practice.
The minister also issued recommendations on carrying out
defoliation in accordance with established agricultural
requirements. Officials were instructed to strictly follow
prescribed standards and procedures when applying fertilizers and
consistently use scientifically based approaches in agricultural
operations.
Furthermore, the minister inspected a 12-hectare rice field
belonging to the farm. Officials were instructed to ensure that
agricultural practices are organized on time and systematically to
support healthy and stable crop development.
The visit highlights Uzbekistan’s efforts to increase
agricultural productivity through modern cultivation methods,
efficient irrigation, and the wider adoption of science-based
farming practices.
A yield of 100 quintals is equivalent to 10 metric tons of
cotton per hectare, underscoring the high productivity target set
for the inspected field.
