Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) –– The President’s resolution “On measures to expand potato production and further development of potato seed production in the republic” was adopted.

In accordance with the resolution, potato clusters and cooperatives will be created in areas specializing in potato growing.

One of the main directions of potato clusters and cooperatives is the production of consumer and seed potatoes in continuous areas based on innovative and resource-saving technologies, as well as the creation of a value chain in this area.

The resolution approved the List of regions and regions specializing in the production of consumer and seed potatoes.

According to the resolution, starting from 1 May 2020, commercial loans for up to 12 months are allocated to seed farmers and agricultural enterprises producing potatoes, as well as potato growing clusters and cooperatives to finance the costs of purchasing seed potatoes.

Seed potatoes imported from abroad before 1 July 2023 are exempted from customs duties.