Who is it for: For executives of agricultural companies, investors, producers, processors and technology suppliers.
Horticulture, viticulture and berry growing are becoming important areas in the development of the agricultural sector in Uzbekistan and CIS. The modernisation of existing farms, establishment of intensive orchards, adoption of modern agricultural technologies, development of processing infrastructure and expansion of export channels are opening up new opportunities for investment projects.
At the same time, the industry requires an integrated approach, from selecting planting material and cultivation technologies to organising irrigation, crop protection, storage, processing and sales of finished products.
The meetup is being organised in preparation for the 6th Annual International Forum “Orchards of Uzbekistan and CIS”. It will provide a platform for discussing current projects to establish and modernise orchards, vineyards and berry plantations, practical solutions and key industry trends. Participants will also be able to discuss their questions with the organisers and experts.
Get direct access to expert insights and an overview of key projects, with an opportunity to ask the organisers questions.
REGISTERThe establishment and modernisation of 172,127 hectares of industrial intensive orchards is planned for 2026–2028, including the renewal of 95,234 hectares of old plantations and the establishment of 76,893 hectares of new ones. This is generating demand for planting material, irrigation systems, engineering infrastructure and modern agricultural technologies.
The official estimate of expected investment in industrial orchards is $2 billion. In 2026, UZS 300 billion in budget funding is allocated for concessional lending to support the industry, followed by UZS 500 billion annually from 2027. This opens up opportunities for investors to participate in orchard establishment, farm modernisation and related infrastructure projects.
Annual imports of seedlings are estimated at approximately $60 million. To meet this demand, Uzbekistan is developing in vitro facilities and mother stock nurseries with a combined design capacity of 27 million seedlings per year. Nursery development is becoming a standalone area for investment, technology cooperation and laboratory equipment supplies.
By the end of 2026, the target is to commission 340 cold storage facilities with a total capacity of 87,000 tonnes as part of the fruit and vegetable infrastructure. Integrated storage, sorting, packaging and processing projects are also under way or planned, helping to increase product added value and expand export opportunities.
Uzbekistan is carrying out a programme to develop industrial orchards and vineyards in 2026–2028. Major initiatives include the establishment of 2,000 hectares of intensive orchards in the Parkent district with the participation of Turkish company Göknur and Kuwait’s Al Tijaria, as well as the development of 300 hectares of in vitro vineyards and 800 hectares of intensive vineyards in the Kushrabad district.
Plans in the Jizzakh region include renewing 5,000 hectares of old orchards and vineyards and establishing 4,600 hectares of industrial plantations. In the Syrdarya region, 2,000 hectares of plantations are to be renewed, with a focus on varieties in demand in export markets. Of particular interest is the proposal by the French consortium Star Fruits and Plant Export for the comprehensive modernisation of orchards in the Samarkand region, from supplies of certified seedlings and agronomic support to product promotion in international markets.
The BMB Cherry Garden project in the Jizzakh region provides for expanding intensive orchards from 500 to 2,000 hectares using modern sweet cherry varieties and drip irrigation. In the Fergana region, the Turon Farg‘ona bog‘lari project is developing 28.2 hectares of raspberry plantations. Intensive apricot, peach and sweet cherry orchards are being developed in the Namangan region, including an orchard of more than 100 hectares in the Pap district.
The Samarkand region plans to establish up to 50,000 hectares of pistachio plantations by 2036, including intensive planting at the initial stage. In the Jizzakh region, BMB Holding and HT Holding are developing a project to expand saffron plantations to 2,000 hectares by the end of 2027, followed by processing and export.
The Kuva Agrostar project in the Fergana region brings together thousands of households and dehkan farms in an integrated system for growing, storing, processing, packaging and exporting products. A berry complex worth more than $60 million is being developed in the Chimyon mahalla, comprising orchards, processing facilities and large storage sites. Such models support not only production but the entire value chain, from planting material to finished export products.
Assess the main trends and prospects in the horticulture, berry growing and viticulture markets of Uzbekistan and CIS.
Learn about specific projects to establish new plantations and modernise existing ones.
Find out which intensive technologies are used to improve the efficiency of orchards and vineyards.
Review examples of projects focused on product storage, processing and export.
Identify relevant areas for business development, investment and technology cooperation.
Ask questions and propose topics for further discussion at the 6th International Forum “Orchards of Uzbekistan and CIS”.
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