Uzbekistan : Horticulture Intensification and Productivity Enhancement Project
The proposed project will finance on-farm investments to improve horticultural productivity for eligible and interested farmers. Investments are likely to include the upgrading of unproductive assets that have deteriorated due to their age or inappropriate management systems applied. These include (i) the rehabilitation of orchards and improvement of vegetable growing areas both on existing and abandoned land, (ii) the development of water sources, storage and application systems using more water-efficient application technologies, (iii) the development of modern horticulture production systems (trellising and shade cloth), and (iv) the introduction of mechanized farming machinery and equipment on developed blocks. In addition, the proposed project will finance the development of associated value chains (infrastructure and equipment) used in handling, storage and processing and marketing of horticultural produce.
Project Details
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Project Officer
Leung, Leonard H.
Sectors Group
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Country/Economy
Uzbekistan -
Sector
- Agriculture, natural resources and rural development
| Project Name | Horticulture Intensification and Productivity Enhancement Project | ||||
| Project Number | 53110-003 | ||||
| Country / Economy | Uzbekistan |
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| Project Status | Proposed | ||||
| Project Type / Modality of Assistance | Loan |
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| Operational Priorities | OP2: Accelerating progress in gender equality OP3: Tackling climate change, building climate and disaster resilience, and enhancing environmental sustainability OP5: Promoting rural development and food security OP6: Strengthening governance and institutional capacity |
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| Sector / Subsector | Agriculture, natural resources and rural development / Agro-industry, marketing, and trade |
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| Description | The proposed project will finance on-farm investments to improve horticultural productivity for eligible and interested farmers. Investments are likely to include the upgrading of unproductive assets that have deteriorated due to their age or inappropriate management systems applied. These include (i) the rehabilitation of orchards and improvement of vegetable growing areas both on existing and abandoned land, (ii) the development of water sources, storage and application systems using more water-efficient application technologies, (iii) the development of modern horticulture production systems (trellising and shade cloth), and (iv) the introduction of mechanized farming machinery and equipment on developed blocks. In addition, the proposed project will finance the development of associated value chains (infrastructure and equipment) used in handling, storage and processing and marketing of horticultural produce. The proposed project is a pilot to test implementation approaches and the capacity of the implementing agencies. If the PRF is shown to be effective, it is anticipated the concept will be replicated in other locations within the 55 priority horticulture districts of the country. | ||||
| Project Rationale and Linkage to Country/Regional Strategy | Starting 2017, the Government of Uzbekistan shifted to promote high-value horticultural crops grown by private farmers and undertook measures to promote horticultural exports. In 2022, fruit and vegetable exports increased to 1.7 million tons, valued at $1.1 billion, an increase of 18.5% over the previous year. Uzbekistan's main horticultural exports are grapes and raisins (24.7%), peaches (6.0%), tomatoes (5.1%), dates (4.6%), onions (3.7%), cabbage (3.5%), melons (3.3%) and is ranked among the top global exporters for apricots, cherries and grapes. By supporting small-scale farmers, horticulture development and adoption of new farming technologies, the project is aligned with Government of Uzbekistan's Agriculture Development Strategy for 20202030, which calls for (i) improvement in the administration systems and strengthening value chain actors; (ii) provision of modern equipment to bolster the capacity of agricultural producers; (iii) improvement in the use and sustainable management of land, water, and agricultural resources; and (iv) introduction of resource saving technologies and attracting investments in agriculture. |
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| Geographical Location | Baxmal Tumani, Kitob Tumani | ||||
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| Environment | B |
| Involuntary Resettlement | B |
| Indigenous Peoples | C |
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| Consulting Services | There will be a consulting services for implementation support consultant. |
| Procurement | There will be invitation of bids for goods packages (office equipment and vehicle) and services. |
| Responsible ADB Officer | Leung, Leonard H. |
| Responsible ADB Department | Sectors Group |
| Responsible ADB Division | Agriculture, Food, Nature, and Rural Development Sector Office (SG-AFNR) |
| Executing Agencies |
Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Uzbekistan |
| Timetable | |
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| Concept Clearance | 28 Mar 2023 |
| Fact Finding | 01 May 2023 to 26 May 2023 |
| MRM | 25 Jul 2023 |
| Approval | - |
| Last Review Mission | - |
| Last PDS Update | 11 Aug 2023 |
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| Title | Document Type | Document Date |
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| Horticulture Intensification and Productivity Enhancement Project: Draft Initial Environmental Examination | Initial Environmental Examination | Jul 2023 |
| Horticulture Intensification and Productivity Enhancement Project: Safeguards Due Diligence Report | Safeguards Due Diligence Reports | Jul 2023 |
| Horticulture Intensification and Productivity Enhancement Project: Environmental Assessment and Review Framework | Environmental Assessment and Review Framework | Jul 2023 |
| Horticulture Intensification and Productivity Enhancement Project: Kitob District Vineyard and Pomegranate Development Subprojects Draft Land Acquisition and Resettlement Plan | Resettlement Plans | Jun 2023 |
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