On January 27, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan convened a working meeting with the participation of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahallyev and the governors (hyakims) of the regions (velayats). The meeting focused on the current state of affairs in the agricultural sector and regional development.

The floor was first given to the Hyakim of Ahal Velayat, S. Soltanmyradov, who reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural work. According to the report, wheat fields in the velayat are being maintained in accordance with agrotechnical standards. Preparations for cotton sowing are underway, including land harrowing and ridging. Additionally, high-quality cotton seeds adapted to the region's soil and climate conditions, as well as machinery and equipment for the spring campaigns, are being prepared. Measures are also being taken to select seed materials for potato and vegetable crops, improve land reclamation, and clean irrigation and drainage systems. The Hyakim also reported on the construction of social and industrial facilities scheduled for completion this year under the National Rural Program.

President Berdimuhamedov emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to ensure the high-quality implementation of ongoing seasonal agrotechnical measures, particularly in wheat care and field preparation for sowing. He issued specific instructions to the Hyakim and stressed the importance of monitoring the timely and proper execution of work planned for this year under the country’s socio-economic development programs.

Next, the Hyakim of Balkan Velayat, H. Ashyrmyradov, reported on the progress of agricultural campaigns in the region. Wheat fields are being maintained according to agrotechnical standards, and preparations for cotton sowing, including land preparation and seed procurement, are ongoing. Measures are also being taken to prepare for the planting of potatoes and other vegetable crops, as well as to ensure the efficient use of water resources by maintaining rivers and irrigation channels. The Hyakim also provided updates on the construction of social and industrial facilities planned for completion this year.

President Berdimuhamedov highlighted the importance of improving the efficiency of seasonal agricultural activities and issued relevant instructions. He also tasked the regional administration with ensuring the quality of construction work on various facilities scheduled for completion this year.

The Hyakim of Dashoguz Velayat, D. Babayev, reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural work in the region. Preparations for cotton sowing, including harrowing, land demarcation, and wash irrigation, are underway. Efforts are also being made to provide farmers with high-quality cotton seeds and prepare machinery for the spring campaigns. Additionally, measures are being taken to prepare fields and select seed materials for potato and vegetable crops, as well as to improve land reclamation and clean irrigation systems. The Hyakim also reported on the construction of various facilities planned for completion this year.

President Berdimuhamedov stressed the importance of adhering to agrotechnical requirements to enhance the efficiency of agricultural work and issued specific instructions. He also emphasized the significance of successfully implementing tasks outlined in the country’s socio-economic development programs.

The Hyakim of Lebap Velayat, M. Annanepesov, reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural campaigns. Wheat fields are being maintained according to agrotechnical standards, and preparations for cotton sowing, including harrowing, land demarcation, and wash irrigation, are ongoing. Efforts are also being made to supply farmers with quality seeds and prepare agricultural machinery for the spring season. Additionally, land is being prepared for early varieties of potatoes and vegetables, and seed materials are being selected. Work is also underway to clean irrigation and drainage systems. The Hyakim provided updates on the construction of social and industrial infrastructure facilities planned for completion this year.

President Berdimuhamedov emphasized the priority of wheat care and field preparation for the spring sowing campaign and issued specific instructions to the regional administration. He also stressed the importance of adhering to the quality and timelines of work outlined in the National Rural Program for this year.

The Hyakim of Mary Velayat, B. Orazov, reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural campaigns. Wheat fields are being maintained according to plan, and preparations for cotton sowing, including harrowing and ridging, are ongoing. Quality seeds are being prepared, and machinery is being readied for the upcoming campaign. Land is also being prepared for potato and vegetable crops, and seed materials are being selected. Efforts are being made to clean rivers and irrigation channels to ensure stable water supply to the fields. The Hyakim also reported on the progress of construction projects planned for completion this year under the President’s Program for Socio-Economic Development of Turkmenistan for 2022–2028 and the National Program for Improving Social and Living Conditions in Villages, Towns, and District Centers until 2028.

President Berdimuhamedov highlighted the importance of adhering to agrotechnical norms to ensure high crop yields and sustainable agricultural development. He instructed the regional administration to ensure compliance with these norms in wheat care and land preparation for sowing. The President also tasked the administration with monitoring the quality of construction projects planned for completion this year under the National Rural Program.

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahallyev reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural campaigns across the country. Wheat fields are being maintained according to agrotechnical requirements to ensure a high grain yield and meet the population’s needs. Preparations for cotton sowing, including harrowing, ridging, land demarcation, and wash irrigation, are ongoing. Efforts are also being made to supply farmers with quality seeds and prepare agricultural machinery for the spring season. Land is being prepared for potato and vegetable crops, and seed materials are being selected.

President Berdimuhamedov emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to current agricultural work in accordance with agrotechnical norms and instructed officials to monitor their implementation. He also stressed the importance of maintaining stable water flow in rivers and irrigation channels, ensuring timely payments to cotton and grain producers, and monitoring the progress of construction projects planned for completion this year.

In conclusion, President Berdimuhamedov wished the participants good health, family well-being, and success in their work.

Source: State News Agency of Turkmenistan (TDH)