Industry Analysis Current Projects Bilateral Cooperation

Industry Analysis

Over the past 10 seasons, the production and export of vegetable oils, meal, and cake have demonstrated steady growth.

+36%

105

+54%

162

+18%

191

+34%

255

−3%

247

+68%

416

+22%

509

+10%

562

+49%

837

+36%

1232

14/15 147 308 base.

15/16 161 935 +10%

16/17 223 947 +38%

17/18 358 567 +60%

18/19 393 195 +10%

19/20 507 223 +29%

20/21 364 972 −28%

21/22 457 308 +25%

22/23 778 044 +70%

23/24 1 015 225 +30%

24/25 1 327 313 +31%

25/26 1 815 366 +27%

Export volume in tons

Export revenue in million US dollars

Current Projects

Roadmap for the Export Development of Oil and Fat Products for 2026–2028

Goal:: Increase export revenue by 60% and exceed the milestone of 1.5 billion US dollars.
Developed by:: National Association of Oilseed Processors of Kazakhstan (NAPMK) UL in cooperation with the International Trade Centre (ITC) and QazTrade JSC.
Participants:: Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan, NC Kazakhstan Temir Zholy JSC, Association of Seed Growers of Kazakhstan, Baiterek National Managing Holding JSC, Export Credit Agency of Kazakhstan (ECA), Development Bank of Kazakhstan JSC, Agrarian Credit Corporation JSC, Food Contract Corporation JSC, Bureau of National Statistics of the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reform of the Republic of Kazakhstan, S. Seifullin Kazakh AgroTechnical Research University (KazATU), and processing enterprises within NAPMK UL.
Content:: Creation of an integrated legal, institutional, and operational environment to unlock the export potential of the oil and fat industry. The measures outlined in the document aim to enhance the efficiency of oilseed production and processing through improved seed quality and resource accessibility; adapt the business ecosystem to industry needs, including financial tools; and expand presence in regional markets while strengthening the brand image of Kazakhstani oil and fat products.

Memorandums / of Mutual Cooperation

The National Oilseed Processors Association systematically develops cooperation with state authorities, research institutes, and foreign partners.
Below is the current register of agreements: parties, subject matter, and validity period.

Section 01

Government Regulation

Agreements with specialized ministries aimed at stabilizing the domestic market.

M-01 · Ministry of Agriculture of the RK / Ministry of Trade and Integration of the RK

Stabilization of Prices for Socially Significant Products

Every year since 2023, NAPMK has capped the selling price of sunflower oil in the domestic market. The February 2026 revision keeps the wholesale price of oil mills below the established threshold — despite a 39–47% surge in global prices.

Section 02

Export Development

Partnerships coordinating the entry of oil and fat products into foreign markets.

M-02 · QazTrade Center for Trade Policy JSC

Expansion of Export Opportunities

Coordination of the promotion of oil and fat products in foreign markets. QazTrade is NAPMK's organizational partner for the 2026–2028 Export Roadmap; the Association participates in trade and economic missions as part of the Kazakhstani delegation.

M-03 · International Trade Centre (ITC)

Export Roadmap of the Industry

Joint implementation of the Roadmap for the Development of Oil and Fat Industry Exports for 2026–2028. The goal is a 60% increase in exports and revenue up to $1.5 billion by 2028.

Section 03

Sustainable Development Goals

Memorandum of Understanding with the specialized UN foundation.

M-04 · UN Sustainable Development Goals Fund (FUNSDG)

Three Sustainable Development Goals

Joint work in three areas: SDG 2 — Zero Hunger, SDG 8 — Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 17 — Partnerships for the Goals.

Section 04

Science and Education

Training personnel for the industry and joint scientific and technical developments.

M-05 · S. Seifully AgroTechnical Research University

Internships, Traineeships, Dual Education

Since 2024, university students have been annually undergoing internships at enterprises within NAPMK. In 2025, with the association's support, a hackathon with a prize fund of 1,000,000 tenge was organized to promote applied solutions in agriculture.

M-06 · Kazakh Research Institute of Processing and Food Industry

Scientific and Technical Cooperation

Development of mutually beneficial cooperation aimed at increasing the efficiency of scientific, technical, and innovative activities of both parties.

Section 05

International Industry Partners

Perpetual agreements with Chinese associations and equipment manufacturers.

M-07 · Henan Huatai Cereals and Oils Machinery Co., Ltd

Experience Exchange in Equipment Manufacturing

Cooperation in the field of machinery manufacturing for oil and fat processing enterprises, including advanced training for process engineers of NAPMK member companies.

M-08 · Chinese Cereals and Oils Association

Industry Expertise and Promotion in the PRC Market

Exchange of industry expertise, promotion of Kazakhstani oil and fat products in the PRC market, and coordination of efforts to strengthen long-term trade and economic ties.

M-09 · China National Vegetable Oil Industry Association

Expansion of Trade Cooperation

Exchange of market intelligence, promotion of business contacts between member enterprises of both associations, and strengthening the positions of Kazakhstani exporters in the industry.

Section 06

Industry Associations of Kazakhstan

Working with local farmers — training and strengthening the industry's raw material base.

M-10 · Association of Seed Growers of Kazakhstan ULE

Information campaigns on oilseed cultivation

Training programs on the agricultural technology of growing highly profitable oilseeds and an information campaign across all stages of vegetation. Individual consultations are available to farmers — this strengthens the industry's raw material base and the qualifications of agricultural producers.