Comparison of Subsidies Provided to Farmers in Turkey and Kyrgyzstan and the Outlook of the Agriculture Sector

Climate change, rapid population growth, epidemics, and high price increases in input costs have greatly affected all sectors, especially agriculture. Increases in exchange rates, as well as the resulting increases in seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, coupled with changes in weather conditions, have left farmers in a difficult situation. Although the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) say that the agricultural sector is more resilient to crises, farmers in Turkey and Kyrgyzstan are asking their governments to increase support in this field. Various support methods are being investigated while government policies are being created in Turkey and Kyrgyzstan. The most significant development in this area is the establishment of a farmer registration system. Direct income support, price support, input support, and credit support are among the primary supports given to farmers in Turkey. In 2024, the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and various municipalities will provide agricultural support, including fertilizer, seeds, saplings, seedlings, and agricultural irrigation. Unfortunately, many farmers in Turkey are unaware of these resources. The same issues apply to Kyrgyzstan. In this study, we examined the support provided to farmers in both countries and assessed its usefulness, as well as farmers' wishes and expectations. Through a literature study, we aimed to offer suggestions to both countries and farmers.