Kazakhstan bans wheat imports for six months from July 27
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Kazakhstan's Ministry of Agriculture issued an order banning wheat imports from third countries and EAEU states by road, water, and rail for six months, effective July 27. The ban exempts rail shipments to poultry farms, grain processors, licensed elevators, and the national food contract corporation. Imported wheat for these enterprises cannot be resold on domestic or foreign markets.
Import Restrictions
The order, published by the Ministry of Agriculture, prohibits wheat imports from all third countries and Eurasian Economic Union member states via road, water, and rail transport. The ban lasts six months and takes effect on July 27, 2026, according to Inbusiness.kz. Rail transit shipments passing through Kazakhstan are exempt, as are transfers between EAEU states across Kazakh territory.
Exempted Enterprises
Wheat imports by rail are allowed for poultry farms, grain-processing enterprises, licensed elevators, and the state-owned National Company Food Contract Corporation (Prodkorporatsiya). However, wheat brought in under these exemptions cannot be sold on domestic or foreign markets, Zakon.kz reported. The measure aims to protect local producers while ensuring supply for key processing sectors.
What's Next
The ban is set to be enforced from July 27, with customs and transport authorities expected to implement monitoring procedures. It remains unclear how the restriction will affect wheat prices and availability in Kazakhstan's domestic market.
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Kazakhstan bans wheat imports for six months from July 27
