Kazakhstan's Livestock Industry Grows by 3.4%

Dairy Industry: Growth Through Herd Expansion

Cow milk production increased by 5.2%. The average milk yield per cow remained at last year's level, indicating that the growth in volume is primarily due to herd expansion rather than increased productivity. A stable feed base and consistent seasonality support the industry's stability.

Meat Sector: Sustainable Production Increase

The volume of livestock and poultry slaughter in live weight increased by 2.8%, indicating a gradual increase in supply without overburdening herds or excessive intensification. Despite the impact of feed costs and seasonal factors, producers demonstrate a measured dynamic, ensuring predictable supplies to the domestic market.

Poultry Farming: Industrial Stability

Egg production increased by 1.4%. As in previous years, large poultry farms remain the backbone of the segment: over 80% of the poultry population is concentrated in the industrial sector, ensuring stable output even with productivity fluctuations in individual farms.

Livestock Numbers: Systematic Expansion

As of November 1, 2025, livestock numbers show a positive trend:

• Cattle: 8.38 million heads (up from 8.24 million)

• Horses: 4.41 million heads — one of the fastest-growing segments

• Poultry: 48.33 million heads

• Pigs: moderate growth

• Sheep and goats: a decrease of approximately 500,000 heads.

The sector maintains a mixed structure:

• Cattle: approximately equally distributed between personal subsidiary farms and peasant farms; about 10% are in agricultural enterprises.

• Sheep and goats: traditionally concentrated among farmers and personal subsidiary farms.

• Pig and poultry farming: dominated by industrial enterprises — this forms production stability.