agriculture
Unibank Secures $50 Million from FMO to Boost SME Lending
Unibank and Dutch development bank FMO have signed a four-year $50 million financing agreement. The funds will support microenterprises and SMEs, including women entrepreneurs and the agricultural sector.
Azerbaijan's Non-Oil and Gas Exports Up 17.6% in Eight Months
In January-August 2026, Azerbaijan's non-oil and gas exports amounted to $2.8 billion, up 17.6% year-on-year.
World Bank: Climate Adaptation of Small Farmers is a Priority for Azerbaijan
World Bank Country Manager for Azerbaijan stated that the main priority in the country's agriculture is adapting small farmers to climate change.
Azerbaijan to Expand Irrigated Land to 300,000 Hectares by 2030
Azerbaijan's Minister of Agriculture Majnun Mammadov presented plans for climate-resilient agricultural development, including expanding irrigation systems and introducing AI.
Diesel Prices in EU Rise Amid Middle East Crisis
In July, diesel in the EU rose 4.3% from June, and growth continued in August, increasing pressure on farmers and transporters.
Anthrax Control Measures Continue in Alyushagy
Control and preventive measures continue in the village of Alyushagy in the Samukh district to prevent the spread of anthrax.
Azerbaijan: Agricultural Production Up 2.8% in Seven Months
In January-July 2026, Azerbaijan produced agricultural goods worth 8.8 billion manats, up 2.8% year-on-year.
Novak Says Russian Fuel Market Partially Stabilizing
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak reported that measures to stabilize the fuel market are showing results, though some regions remain tense.
Turkmenistan Increases Grain Production by 11.6% in First Half of 2026
Turkmenistan's grain production rose 11.6% in H1 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, according to the State Statistics Committee.
Azerbaijan's Agricultural Sector Grows 2.2% in First Half of 2026
Azerbaijan's agricultural output reached 7.085 billion manats in January-June 2026, up 2.2% year-on-year, while GDP grew 0.8%.
Part of Iran's assets will go to purchases from US farmers - Trump
US President Donald Trump said that part of Iran's unfrozen assets will be used to purchase American agricultural products.
Banks May Ease Collateral Requirements for Farmers
Azerbaijani banks are ready to ease collateral requirements for farmers, says Agriculture Minister Majnun Mammadov.