President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a working meeting via a digital system on April 13 with the participation of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahallyev and regional governors (hyakims). The main focus was on agricultural campaigns and construction projects in the regions, according to TDH.
During the meeting, it was noted that in the regions, wheat fertilization and irrigation are ongoing, along with cotton sowing and the cultivation of potatoes and melons and vegetables. Work is also underway in sericulture, including the provision of silkworm eggs to producers and the care of silkworms. Due to rising temperatures, fire-prevention measures are being carried out in pastures, agricultural lands, and forest areas.
The hyakims of the Ahal, Balkan, Dashoguz, Lebap, and Mary regions reported on current fieldwork and the progress of construction of social, cultural, and industrial facilities scheduled for commissioning this year.
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahallyev reported that agricultural work is being carried out in accordance with agrotechnical standards, and measures are being taken to ensure the timely completion of cotton sowing and the efficient use of machinery.
Summing up the meeting, the President of Turkmenistan instructed to ensure that cotton sowing is carried out within the established сроки, proper care is provided for wheat and other crops, and strict control is maintained over the quality and deadlines of construction projects.
The head of state emphasized the importance of adhering to agrotechnical requirements and introducing advanced practices in agriculture, instructing that these issues remain under constant supervision.