Uzbekistan Achieves Record Cotton Harvest Exceeding 5 Million Tons Post-Independence

Uzbekistan has reported its highest cotton harvest since independence, exceeding 5 million metric tons in 2026. This record was achieved despite a significant reduction in planted area and an increase in mechanized harvesting. The Ministry of Agriculture announced the milestone, with the harvest providing ample raw material for the nation's textile industry.

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