Shavkat Mirziyoyev has directed to boost potato production and exempt seeds from customs duties.

On January 30, Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting to discuss the implementation of a new system for cultivating profitable crops on private plots and leased lands.

One of the key issues addressed was the situation regarding potatoes, which are among the most in-demand products in Uzbekistan. Despite being grown on an area of 290,000 hectares, part of the demand is met through imports due to the low quality of varieties and average yields.

In this regard, the Scientific Research Institute of Potato Growing has been tasked with developing high-yield varieties adapted to the local climate, as well as preparing and distributing 3 million tubers using the "in-vitro" method.

For the development of potato farming, 400 billion sums have been allocated from the Agricultural Fund for 2025. Additionally, imported seed potatoes will be exempt from customs duties for three years.

Starting in 2027, the country plans to meet its potato needs entirely through domestic resources.