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Forward purchases of lentils have been launched in Kazakhstan within the framework of a UNDP project The pilot program includes long-term contracts, environmentally friendly agricultural practices, and lentil supplies, with the potential to expand to other regions of the country A memorandum on the development of dairy farming has been signed between Kazakhstan and Denmark The parties agreed to expand supplies of breeding cattle and introduce advanced technologies in Kazakhstan’s dairy farming Kostanay region has utilized 15 billion tenge in forward procurement, and funding continues The program demonstrates strong interest from agricultural producers New capacities for pasta production and grain processing to appear in northern Kazakhstan The projects are aimed at developing deep processing and reducing dependence on imports Moderate drought expected in some regions of Kazakhstan in May According to forecasters, moisture levels across most of the country will remain near normal, but some areas are expected to experience a precipitation deficit Wheat prices are rising: Kazakhstan’s market responds to tax and currency changes Price growth is driven by restrained sales by farmers, changes in tax policy, and currency fluctuations affecting export activity International analysts expect growth in global grain production and stocks The upward revision is driven by increased corn production in Argentina, while the consumption outlook has been adjusted downward Kazakhstan introduces restrictions on the movement of livestock between regions The restrictions were introduced as part of measures to ensure veterinary safety Senate proposes to simplify access to financing for agribusiness in cities It is proposed to ease land requirements and introduce alternative mechanisms for participation in support programs