Ways to solve problems of flour export in Kazakhstan

Abstract

The present article examines the current state of development of the flour milling industry in Kazakhstan and the dynamics of the development of flour production and export volumes. The problems of the industry are identified, such as an overabundance of production capacity, a low level of its use due to fierce competition in the flour market, a gradual narrowing of traditional sales markets due to the diversification of flour imports into grain imports by Central Asian countries, a shortage of rolling stock, high tariffs for rail transportation and rental of wagons, insufficient measures to support the milling industry from the state. The conditions of the pandemic have determined severe restrictions for domestic producers not only in production and logistics, but also in exports. And this led not only to a halt in production, but also to a global slowdown in the economy and trade relations. The important role of the state and its support at this stage is expressed in financing and subsidizing. According to the results of the study, the authors propose to improve export procedures by introducing a "single window" for export and import operations, develop transport, logistics and trade infrastructure, improve conditions for promoting flour exports to foreign markets.