Serdar Berdimuhamedov listened to reports on the progress of current agricultural works in the country

On September 9, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a working meeting via video link with the participation of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atakhallyev and khakims of velayats to review the progress of seasonal agricultural works in the regions of the country, as well as issues related to the implementation of the National Rural Program, TDH reports.

The head of state listened to the reports of khakims and deputy prime ministers on the situation in the regions and the agro-industrial complex in general.

It was reported that at present the works related to the beginning of cotton harvesting season, which will start on September 11, are at the final stage. Cotton ginning enterprises, raw material receiving points, harvesters, and transport for transportation of the harvest are fully prepared for the season.

Sowing of wheat started in the regions in an organized manner, in accordance with the norms of agrotechnics.

On the agricultural lands of velayats, care is given to planting of vegetable and melon crops and other crops.

It was also reported on the preparations for the events dedicated to the 33rd anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence and the progress of construction of social and industrial facilities under the Program of Socio-Economic Development of the country in 2022-2028 and the National Rural Program, the commissioning of which is scheduled for this year.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, emphasizing the importance of conducting the current seasonal activities at the proper level, gave specific instructions on the ongoing sowing of wheat, as well as on preparations for the cotton harvest.

The head of state instructed to strictly control the progress of construction of facilities envisaged by the National Rural Program in velayats, pay special attention to the quality and timing of their commissioning, the source said.