Kazakhstan is intensifying efforts to combat land degradation by developing carbon farming practices, positioning soil conservation at the centre of its climate and agricultural strategy, reports Kazinform, a partner of TV BRICS.
As part of a nationwide approach to monitoring land conditions, Kazakhstan has established a unified soil service. Authorities have already updated soil data covering 53.5 million hectares through digital mapping systems.
According to Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Mansur Oshurbaev, land use is emerging as a critical tool for climate adaptation. He stated that Kazakhstan’s updated policy framework prioritises the adoption of soil-conserving technologies, the expansion of regenerative agricultural practices and more efficient water management. These measures are expected to improve soil health while enabling agricultural producers to meet stricter environmental standards in international markets.
A key focus of the strategy is the development of carbon farming, which centres on increasing soil carbon storage. Experts emphasise that soil carbon plays a vital role in regulating the climate, maintaining fertility and supporting sustainable agricultural systems.
Kazakhstan views carbon farming as a promising pathway to align environmental protection with economic growth, offering a model that combines higher productivity with reduced greenhouse gas emissions.