A Comparative study on cotton production in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.

Author(s): Hornidge, Anna-Katharina; Shtaltovna, Anastasiya

Published by: Center for Development Research (ZEF); University of Bonn; 2014;

Published in: 20010114

Format: study

Region: Central Asia

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Abstract:

The aim of this paper is to evaluate the cotton production sectors in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan and to develop potential avenues for improvement. To that end, a broad comparison of the cotton growing sectors in these two Central Asian republics is presented, followed by specific recommendations for the cotton sectors of both countries that cater to their respective challenges.

Topics: Environment,  IWRM,  Water Management,  

Keywords: Agriculture,  Environment,  Irrigation,  IWRM,  Water Management,