According to a report by Podrobno.uz, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced the selection of concept proposals from Uzbekistan’s private agritourism enterprises.
Agribusiness Development Fund, a fund recently established by USAID, oversees the selection process.
“Globally, agritourism has proven to be an effective tool for rural development. Providing an additional source of income for small agricultural enterprises, agritourism improves rural infrastructure and creates new jobs. In Uzbekistan, almost half of whose population lives in rural areas, agritourism has great potential and can become one of the main engines of rural development, “according to the U.S. Embassy in Uzbekistan.
The foundation announced a selection of concept proposals for creating value-added agritourism products and services, and intends to co-finance activities to increase tourism, increase sales, and create jobs for women and youth.
It aims to boost the advancement of the private sector in the country’s agriculture by introducing new technologies and innovative management methods throughout the entire value chain of specific fruits and vegetables. In partnership with the Uzbek Ministry of Agriculture, USAID’s Agribusiness Development Project will run for five years
“These efforts will focus on increasing the volume of value-added products in Uzbekistan, involving women and youth, connecting educational institutions with the needs of the private sector and helping to create an enabling environment for agricultural development,” stated the US Embassy.
Applicants who intend to participate in this project will have until October 15, 2021, to submit their applications.
