“Seedlings that have not passed phytosanitary control are being smuggled into Kyrgyzstan. Do you have control over this situation?” she asked representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture.
Deputy Minister of Agriculture Zhanibek Kerimaliev responded that the ministry is taking measures to improve control in this area and is increasing the number of nurseries.
“Recently, we have expanded the number of nurseries. Our phytosanitary inspection is actively conducting checks at border posts, including monitoring the availability of certificates, as well as the processes of disinfection and fumigation,” he reported.
However, Mavlyanova emphasized that the problem is not limited to planting material but also affects the circulation of chemical substances in the regions.
“In some places, chemical substances are sold without the necessary certification. This needs to be brought under control. Perhaps there is a lack of specialists in the villages to address this issue,” the deputy added, suggesting to strengthen efforts at the level of local government bodies.
