Azerbaijan revives agriculture in reclaimed territories
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Agriculture Minister Majnun Mammadov announced Azerbaijan relocated over 200,000 bee colonies to its liberated territories this year, as part of a broader effort to rebuild agricultural activity.
He made the announcement at the Second Honey Festival in Karabakh, a region within Azerbaijan. The festival featured around 40 farmers and beekeepers and drew participation from diplomatic representatives, aiming to increase the international recognition of honey from Kalbajar, a city in the liberated territories.
Mammadov stated the government is actively supporting residents who are returning to these areas, specifically through initiatives to develop beekeeping and increase honey production, building on Azerbaijan’s long-standing traditions in the practice. The country now has approximately 30,000 beekeepers managing nearly 800,000 bee colonies nationwide. Beyond beekeeping, Azerbaijan also experienced increased grain production in the liberated territories, rising from 61,000 tons in 2025 to 76,000 tons this year, alongside a significant increase in yield per hectare.
The minister also noted the expansion of modern irrigation systems across more than 3,000 hectares, and ongoing land allocation for residents resettling in villages like those in Aghdam, with applications open until October 1. Livestock farming is also being prioritized, with over 400,000 animals moved to the liberated territories since 2021.
