PROBLEMS OF ENSURING FOOD SECURITY IN CENTRAL ASIAN COUNTRIES

Abstract

Currently, the issue of ensuring sustainable food security is gaining importance on a global scale. The ability to adequately feed a nation's population is intricately linked to the advancement of agricultural production and the continual functioning of the agro-industrial complex within a country. This research delves into the assessment of food security within Central Asian nations. The findings of the study indicate that challenges in food security stem from factors such as the country's low economic development, subpar agricultural products in terms of both quantity and quality, the utilization of extensive factors in managing the agro-industrial complex, and a lag in domestic agricultural production compared to more developed countries. To address these challenges and guarantee food availability, it is imperative to implement measures that enhance product quality and diversity by incorporating innovative agricultural technologies. Additionally, there is a need for adept management of international trade and the enactment of financial support initiatives for agricultural producers by the government. The article underscores the importance of improving the efficiency of the domestic agricultural complex in Central Asian countries to address food security concerns. This involves fostering the growth of the food and processing industry, refining the mechanism of state regulation in the agri-food market, and adopting foreign trade policies that safeguard the interests of national producers