Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Chinese companies are planning to cultivate cotton in the Tashkent region using specialized technologies.

This matter was discussed during a meeting between Zoyir Mirzaev, the governor of the Tashkent region, and a group of Chinese entrepreneurs.

Yao Guihong, the head of Hebei Taiqian Technology Co., Ltd, provided information on the specific cotton planting methods used in China.

During the meeting, issues related to the procurement and transportation of necessary agricultural equipment and machinery from China, as well as seed materials, were discussed. The conversation also covered irrigation systems, land allocation, and the export of products and raw materials.

Proposals were made regarding job creation and collaboration with local entrepreneurs. Zoyir Mirzaev suggested allocating land through auctions or lease agreements for a period of 30 years in Bekabad and Akkurgan districts.

Additionally, there were discussions about the rational use of land resources through crop rotation and the development of a system not only for processing crops but also for their subsequent sale, aiming to create a cotton-growing cluster.

The parties agreed to continue discussions and explore practical cooperation paths.