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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 A new deep grain processing plant to be built in the Akmola region The construction of the plant will create new jobs and support infrastructure development Kazakhstan increases grain exports to the EU via Poland Expansion of logistics capabilities supports the growth of grain shipments