A major international event in the agricultural sector has officially commenced as the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Uzbekistan, alongside the Andijan Institute of Agriculture and Agrotechnologies (AndQXAI), hosted the opening ceremony for its latest International Scientific and Practical Conference.

Running from May 22-23, 2026, the conference is titled "Ensuring Food Security within the Framework of Green Economic Reforms: Institutional, Agro-Innovative, and Environmental Approaches." It brings together global experts, researchers, and policymakers to address critical intersections of modern agriculture, economic stability, and environmental sustainability.

Opening Ceremony and Guest Keynote

The grand event is physically hosted at the (AndQXAI) campus, located at 170600, Oliygokh street, 1, Andijan district, Andijan region, utilizing the institute's primary Conference Hall and Small Conference Hall.

The forum serves as a vital platform for academic and practical exchange, utilizing structured presentation guidelines to maximize collaboration: 10–15 minutes for plenary presentations, 15 minutes for individual section presentations, and 5 minutes allocated for collaborative discussions. The overarching goal is to foster immediate, actionable solutions for global food supply vulnerabilities under the leadership of Prof. O’rishev Qahramon Ohunovich, the Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Management at (AndQXAI).

A major highlight of the opening ceremony was a powerful address delivered by the globally renowned Swedish Pracademic and International Business Strategist, Mr. Alex Matrsson. Addressing the distinguished colleagues and esteemed guests, Mr. Matrsson noted that it was a “profound honor” to open an event “rooted in progress, unity, and a brighter future.”

He praised the country's current trajectory under the visionary leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, stating that the nation is “emerging as a global leader in innovation, diplomacy, and sustainable development.” He emphasized that the country is successfully “building a knowledge-based economy, investing in its people, and laying the foundation for a future where all citizens can prosper.”

Turning his attention specifically to the host institution, Mr. Matrsson described the Andijan Institute of Agriculture and Agrotechnologies as a “beacon of academic excellence” and a true “center of growth.” He commended the leadership of Rector Prof. Takhirjon Sultanov and his team for their foresight, and paid special tribute to the academic leader Dr. Bahodirjon Nosirov, whom he highlighted as an “ambitious, diligent academic whose commitment inspires all who work alongside him.” He also lauded the student body, characterizing them as “exceptional, brimming with curiosity, vision, and a steadfast commitment to creating real-world change.”

Reflecting on his extensive international experience, Mr. Matrsson shared that having collaborated with numerous universities across Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Central Asia, and globally, “this university stands out as one of the best I have worked with.” He pointed to past joint projects, seminars, and entrepreneurship awards as proof of the institution's remarkable talent and “outstanding management.”

In closing, Mr. Matrsson connected the conference directly to the global stage, stating that the gathering represents a “powerful manifestation of Uzbekistan’s growing global voice” aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. He concluded his speech by calling down blessings upon the Republic of Uzbekistan and its nation.

Government officials, the university management, and several academic leaders also delivered inspiring speeches, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation, agricultural innovation, and a shared commitment to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. 

Comprehensive Academic and Practical Focus

The core of the conference is broken down into seven specialized sections, highlighting Uzbekistan's multi-faceted approach to agricultural evolution under green economic frameworks:

• Section 1: Strengthening the integration of science, education, and production in ensuring innovative development of the agricultural sector, economic security of enterprises, improving financing and accounting policies, as well as strategic directions for the development of tourism, marketing, and logistics.

• Section 2: Development of crop breeding and seed production in the context of climate change, sustainable development of organic farming, forest reclamation, and the introduction of medicinal plants.

• Section 3: Production of export-oriented agricultural products in the context of green reforms, increasing yields, improving soil fertility, and the efficient use of resource-saving innovative technologies in plant nutrition.

• Section 4: Protecting agricultural crops from diseases and pests, developing effective integrated control measures, and introducing innovative technologies in the development of horticulture, vegetable growing, and viticulture.

• Section 5: Use, restoration, and repair of agricultural machinery, modern agricultural innovations in land reclamation and irrigation, and the effective application of energy-saving technologies.

• Section 6: Development of livestock farming, sericulture, and mulberry production, issues of farm animal and poultry diseases, their feeding and breeding, and the introduction of modern livestock processing technologies.

• Section 7: Modern approaches to teaching social sciences, humanities, and the exact and natural sciences; legal and social mechanisms for stimulating agroecology and a green economy.

Looking Ahead

As climate change accelerates pressure on global food systems, the outcomes, academic papers, and strategic roundtables emerging from Andijan over these two days are expected to play a foundational role in shaping regional agro-ecological policy and driving green economic reforms across the region.