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Kazakhstan's grain and oilseed contracts surge ahead of 2026 harvest

A record-breaking 478,000 tons of wheat and oilseeds are locked in for 2026. How government policies and market shifts are reshaping Kazakhstan's farming future.

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Kazakhstan's grain and oilseed contracts surge ahead of 2026 harvest

Kazakhstan’s Food Corporation has seen a sharp rise in grain and oilseed contracts for the 2026 harvest. By mid-May, farmers had signed deals to deliver 478,000 tons—more than double the previous season’s volume. The increase follows government efforts to boost crop diversity and market demand for oilseeds. The bulk of the contracted volume consists of wheat, with 334,300 tons agreed for autumn delivery. Alongside this, agribusinesses have committed to supplying 95,000 tons of sunflower, rapeseed, and flaxseed after harvesting. The surge in oilseed contracts reflects both higher market prices and growing demand from new processing plants across Kazakhstan.

To support farmers, the government expanded forward-financing limits for oilseed producers. This move has encouraged more growers to shift from traditional grains to oilseeds. Food Corporation also began accepting applications for spring fieldwork financing in December 2025, helping secure early funding. Under its forward-purchasing program, the corporation has already paid farmers 29.5 billion tenge in 2026. This figure marks an 11.6 billion tenge increase compared to the previous year. Asylkhan Zhuashev, Chairman of Food Corporation JSC, noted that rising prices and processing needs have driven greater interest in oilseed cultivation.

The 2026 contracts signal a major shift in Kazakhstan’s agricultural output. With wheat remaining dominant, oilseeds are gaining ground due to market incentives and processing demand. The total volume of 478,000 tons confirms a strong year ahead for the country’s farming sector.

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