Uzbekistan has secured the second position globally in apricot production, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. In 2024, the country harvested 527,000 tons of apricots, reaffirming its status as a leading exporter, reports Uza.uz.
International rankings by the American publication World Population Review and the Italian portal CherryTimes confirm Uzbekistan's leadership not only in apricot production but also in the export of cherries, plums, grapes, walnuts, and cabbage.
The development of horticulture, vegetable growing, and melon cultivation is progressing amid sweeping reforms in the agricultural sector. The country is actively adopting modern agritech and scientific innovations, while providing strong support to farmers and gardeners. This has enabled Uzbekistan to increase both domestic production and export capacity.
Special focus is placed on cooperation with key external markets. China remains one of the largest importers of Uzbek fruits and vegetables. Forecasts suggest that by 2030, China’s imports of cherries, plums, grapes, and apricots could reach $1.8 billion, opening significant new opportunities for Uzbek agricultural exports.
Experts say the agricultural sector is becoming a key driver of Uzbekistan’s sustainable economic growth, demonstrating positive momentum amid global shifts in food markets.
According to Daryo.uz, Uzbekistan exported 311,000 tons of fruit worth $368.6 million in the first half of 2025. The fruit export structure for this period was as follows:
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Cherries: 11% (42,100 tons) worth $96.8 million
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Apples: 3.6% (13,300 tons) worth $6.7 million
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Plums: 3.9% (14,600 tons) worth $10 million
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Apricots: 15% (54,100 tons) worth $41 million
CentralasianLIGHT.org
July 16, 2025