Kazakhstan: Grain and Feed Annual
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Kazakhstani grain production is expected to recover from last year’s drought-impacted 11.4 million metric ton crop, with wheat production forecast at 13.5 million metric tons (MMT). This expected increase is due to increased soil moisture thanks to higher precipitation last fall and during the winter. Wheat exports for marketing year 2020/21 are forecast to increase modestly to 6.7 MMT. Citing concerns related to the state of emergency during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Kazakhstan has implemented restrictions on exports of certain food products deemed strategic. Of particular note, Kazakhstan has established a monthly export quota for wheat and flour. Barley production is forecast relatively flat compared to last year, as higher yields are compensated by reductions in harvested area. Note: this version of the Grain and Feed Annual has been revised from the original version.
