Scientific research work continues on the Kolsai Lakes

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Employees of LLP “Fisheries Research and Production Center”, in accordance with Order No. 66-K dated 08/17/2026, carry out comprehensive research work on the Lower and Middle Kolsai Lakes.

Business trip period: August 18-23, 2026.

The expedition group includes employees of the laboratory of ichthyology and hydroanalytics:

  • Bakkozha Zh.M. — head of the expedition team;
  • Ablaisanova G.M. — Senior Researcher;
  • Utegen S.A. — Junior Researcher;
  • Bekturov D.S. — Researcher;
  • Sakharin N.K. — the driver.

During the research, ichthyological, hydrobiological and hydrochemical materials are collected, the state of the aquatic ecosystem and the current state of fish resources are assessed.

An important component of the expedition is the study of the hydrochemical state of the aquatic environment. Water samples are taken at various points in reservoirs and the necessary materials are collected to determine the basic physico-chemical parameters.

The study of hydrochemical parameters makes it possible to assess the water quality and the state of the habitat of fish and other aquatic organisms. The data obtained, combined with the results of ichthyological and hydrobiological studies, serve as the basis for a comprehensive assessment of the aquatic ecosystem of the Kolsai Lakes.

Scientific research is carried out within the framework of the 021 program and is aimed at assessing the state of fish stocks, determining fish productivity, as well as developing scientific justifications for the protection and rational use of aquatic biological resources.

Comprehensive summer research work at the Kapshagai reservoir and the Ile River

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From July 16 to the present, employees of NPTS RH LLP (head of the expeditionary unit – Makambetov S.Zh., acting head of exped. Bakkozha Zh.M., researcher – Bekturov D.E., junior researcher – Utegen S.A.) within the framework of budget program 021 (subprogram 100) and program 267 of the PCF, summer complex scientific research works are carried out at the Kapshagai reservoir and the Ile River.

The purpose of the work is to collect ichthyological, hydrobiological and hydrological data on monitoring points.

During the business trip, comprehensive scientific and research work is carried out on monitoring points, including the collection of ichthyological, hydrobiological and hydrochemical materials and samples, as well as conducting sonar surveys.

The chief specialist of the Kapshagai Fish Inspection Department of the Balkhash–Alakol Inter-regional Basin Fisheries Inspection (BAMBIRH) participates in the period of scientific research at the Kapshagai reservoir Sovetkhan S.S.

During the research period at the 9th station of the Kapshagai reservoir (coordinates: latitude 43°56’25.75″S, longitude 77°21’50.14″C) one specimen of the common perch was recorded with a body length of L – 23.3 cm, l – 20.3 cm and a weight of 202 g. This species is alien to the Balkhash-Alakol basin. Its appearance is probably due to the uncontrolled development of aquaculture.

The river or common perch Perca fluviatilis Linnaeus, 1758, lives everywhere, with the exception of the Balkhash-Alakol basin, where it is replaced by another species, the Talas River and the Syr Darya basin within the Shymkent region.

  • Tuvodnaya pisces. It reaches puberty at the age of 1-3 years.
  • It spawns in spring at a water temperature of 7-15 ° C. A phytophile.
  • It lays eggs on plants in “garlands”, but sometimes also on the ground. Fertility – up to 900 thousand. Eggs.
  • The food is mixed: zoobenthos and juvenile fish, including their own.
  • Cannibalism is especially evident where there are no other fish. Commercial type

Summer research work on the Alakol lake system

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From July 16, 2026 to the present, employees of Scientific and Production Center of Fisheries LLP: head of the expeditionary detachment – S. Karlybayuly, scientific staff – B.S. Pangereev, R. Igilik, L.A. Zhdanko and laboratory assistant – N.B. Abishev. within the framework of program 021 (subprogram 100) and 267 PCF, they carry out summer complex scientific research works on reservoirs of the Alakolsky system of lakes (ASO).

  • During the business trip, comprehensive scientific and research work is carried out on monitoring points, including the collection of ichthyological, hydrobiological and hydrochemical materials and samples, as well as conducting sonar surveys.
  • During the period of scientific research in the reservoirs of the Alakol lake system (Alakol, Koshkarkol, Sasykkol), the chief specialist of the department of the Alakol fish inspection of Balkhash–Alakol inter-regional basin inspection of fisheries (BAMBIRH) Zhumagulov A.U. participates.
  • Comprehensive research work will continue until August 2026.

During the research of the Alakol lake system (ASO) in the Katynsu River, 7 specimens of representatives of the genus Misgurnus were caught with the help of a juvenile travois. The body length (L) of the caught fish was 75.5–111.2 mm, body weight – 1.25–6.45 g. Representatives of the genus Misgurnus are alien (introduced) to this region and have not been previously observed in studies of the Alakol lake system.

The genus Misgurnus belongs to the Cobitidae family of the Cypriniformes order. Representatives of the genus are bottom-dwelling freshwater fish with an elongated cylindrical body and ten antennae around the mouth, which serve as organs of touch when searching for food. They live in rivers, lakes, ponds and other bodies of water with soft muddy soil, feed on benthic invertebrates and insect larvae. Representatives of the genus are highly resistant to lack of oxygen, capable of swallowing atmospheric air and burrowing into silt under adverse conditions. The natural range of the genus covers East Asia, but individual members of the genus have been introduced to various regions of the world.

The discovery of representatives of the genus Misgurnus in the Katynsu River indicates that their appearance may be related to both natural settlement from neighboring watercourses of the Lake Alakol basin and anthropogenic introduction, and requires further monitoring.

Awarding with «Ауыл шаруашылығы саласының үздігі» medal

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70th Anniversary of Olga Ivanovna Kirichenko

The staff of LLP Scientific and Production Center of Fisheries sincerely congratulates Olga Ivanovna Kirichenko, Honorary Employee and Senior Research Fellow of the Northern Branch, on her 70th anniversary!

For more than 40 years, Olga Ivanovna has dedicated her career to the advancement of fisheries science, building an outstanding professional path and serving in various positions within the fisheries sector. Throughout her career, she has made a significant contribution to the development of the industry, including successfully leading the Altai Branch of the Scientific and Production Center of Fisheries LLP.

Over the years of her scientific work, Olga Ivanovna has authored more than 150 scientific publications and holds 15 patents for inventions. Since 2018, she has successfully led research projects under Kazakhstan’s program-targeted funding framework, making an important contribution to the development of the country’s fisheries science.

In recognition of her many years of dedicated service, outstanding professionalism, and significant contribution to the development of the fisheries sector of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Olga Ivanovna was awarded the honorary title “Auyl Sharuashylygy Salasynyń Üzdigi” in accordance with the Order of the Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aidar Saparov, dated June 6, 2026. During a ceremonial event, she was presented with the honorary badge symbolizing this distinguished recognition.

On behalf of the management of the Scientific and Production Center of Fisheries LLP, Olga Ivanovna was also presented with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of her dedication, exceptional professionalism, and valuable contribution to the development of the fisheries sector.

Dear Olga Ivanovna,

Please accept our warmest congratulations on your 70th anniversary! We wish you good health, happiness, prosperity, inexhaustible energy, continued scientific success, the respect of your colleagues, and the warmth of your family and loved ones. May your extensive experience, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to your profession continue to inspire future generations and contribute to the advancement of Kazakhstan’s fisheries science and the sustainable development of the fisheries sector.

Open day

by Aijan

As part of the celebration of the professional holiday “Fisheries Worker’s Day”, the Scientific and Production Center of Fisheries LLP hosted an open day for students of al-Farabi Kazakh National University. Future specialists got acquainted with the activities of the laboratories of hydrobiology, aquaculture and ichthyology, learned about modern areas of scientific research and took part in practical classes.

During the laboratory practice, students:

  • have studied the methods of phytoplankton, zooplankton and zoobenthos research;
  • familiarized with the basics of hydrobiological sample processing;
  • gained practical experience working with laboratory equipment under the guidance of the Center’s specialists.

Such events allow students to consolidate their theoretical knowledge in practice, become more familiar with scientific activities and take an important step in their professional development. We thank all the participants for their interest and wish them success in their studies and future professional careers!

Budget program, specification 021-100-159, year 2025

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1.Title of the work: Determination of fish productivity of fishery reservoirs and/or their sites, development of biological justifications for maximum allowable catches of fish and other aquatic animals, regime and regulation of fishing in fishery reservoirs of international, national significance and reservoirs of protected areas of the Zaisan-Ertis basin, as well as assessment of the state of fish resources in reserve reservoirs of local importance

Customer: Committee of Fisheries of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan

State Registration Number: 0125RK00009

Implementation Period: 2024-2025

Type of work: Applied research work

Objective: To conduct scientific research to determine the fish productivity of fisheries reservoirs and/ or their sites, to develop biological justifications for fishing limits for fish and other aquatic animals and to make recommendations on the regime and regulation of fishing in fisheries reservoirs of international, national and local significance of the Yertis basin. Assessment of the current state of stocks of the main commercial fish species, calculation of the maximum allowable volumes of seizure of fish resources and other aquatic animals, and development of recommendations for the rational management of fishing in the reservoirs of the Yertis basin.

Research objects: the main fishing reservoirs of the Yertis basin (Lake Zhaysan, Buktyrma reservoir, Ust-Kamenogorsk reservoir), Shulbinsk reservoir, Yertis River, K. Satpayev Canal), protected area reservoirs (Katon-Karagai GNPP – Lake. Yazevoye, Chernovoe Lake, Maralye Lake; Bayanauli GNPP – Lake Sabyndykol, Lake Zhasybai, Lake Toraigyr; Markakol GPP – lake. Markakol), local reservoirs of East Kazakhstan (Kurchum district – Lake Zhylytau, Lake Belkol, Lake Koskol 1, Lake Koskol 2, Lake Bezimyannoe 1, Lake Bezimyannoe 2) and local reservoirs of the Abai region (reservoirs Shar, reservoirs Alaigyr, pond (in the north-south direction of Nikolaevka village) Zharminsky district), reservoirs of local importance of Pavlodar region (Lake Burkitsor, Bayanaul district, Lake Bulambai, Bayanaul district, Lake Krivoe, Aktogay district, Cheldouk lake, Zhelezinka district, lake Ploskoe, Akkula district).

Fields of application: Reservoirs of international, national significance and reservoirs of protected areas of the Nur-Sarys basin.

Results obtained: Monitoring of key environmental factors and biological parameters of aquatic organisms continued in the 2025 research. The growth rate and other biological indicators of fish populations are analyzed. The assessment of the maximum allowable fish catch was carried out in accordance with the approved order of the Minister of Environment and Water Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 04.04.2014.  No. 104-O “On approval of the Rules for the preparation of a biological justification for the use of wildlife” (with amendments and additions to the wording of the Order of the Minister of Ecology, Geology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 18.10.2022, No. 662) [1]. The fishing situation in the reservoirs is analyzed, and materials on catches for fishing effort are given. Recommendations on optimizing the use of fish resources are given.

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2.Title of the work: Determination of fish productivity of fishery reservoirs and/or their sites, development of biological justifications for maximum allowable catches of fish and other aquatic animals, regime and regulation of fishing in fishery reservoirs of international, national significance and reservoirs of protected areas of the Aral-Syrdarya basin, as well as assessment of the state of fish resources in reserve reservoirs of local importance

Customer: Committee of Fisheries of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan

State registration number: 0125RK00006

Implementation Period: 2024-2025

Type of work: Applied research

Objective: to conduct scientific research to determine the fish productivity of fishery reservoirs and/or their sites, to develop biological justifications for fishing limits for fish and other aquatic animals, and to make recommendations on the regime and regulation of fishing in the studied reservoirs. Assessment of the current state of stocks of the main commercial fish species, calculation of the maximum allowable volumes of seizure of fish resources and other aquatic animals, and development of recommendations for the rational management of fishing in the Small Aral Sea. The Syrdarya region within the Kyzylorda region and in the Tushchybas and Chernyshev bays of the Greater Aral Sea, the Shardara reservoir, the Syrdarya River, as well as reservoirs of the Sayram-Ugam GNPP (Ugam, Mashat, Daubaba, Kokbulak rivers and Lake Balykty), as well as in reservoirs of local importance of the reserve fund of the Kyzylorda and Turkestan regions.

Research objects: The object of research is commercial fish populations and hydrobiocenoses of the Small Aral Sea, the Syrdarya River within the Kyzylorda region, Artemia sp. cysts in the Tushchybas and Chernyshev bays of the Greater Aral Sea, the Shardara reservoir, the Syrdarya River within the Turkestan region, reservoirs of the Sayram-Ugam GNPP (Ugam, Mashat, Daubaba, Kokbulak and other rivers Lake Balykty), as well as local reservoirs of the reserve fund of the Kyzylorda and Turkestan regions.

Fields of application: the Small Aral Sea, the Syrdarya River within the Kyzylorda region, the Tushchybas and Chernyshev bays of the Greater Aral Sea, the Shardara reservoir, the Syrdarya River within the Turkestan region, the reservoir of the Sairam-Ugam GNPP (Ugam, Mashat, Daubaba, Kokbulak rivers and Lake Balykty), as well as reservoirs of local importance of the reserve fund of the Kyzylorda and Turkestan regions.

Results obtained: As a result of the research, biologically based standards (volumes) of fish production and recommendations for optimizing the fishing regime in the Small Aral Sea, the bays of the Great Aral Sea and the Syrdarya River within the Kyzylorda region for the period from January 1 to December 31, 2026 were developed.

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3. Title of the work: Determination of fish productivity of fisheries reservoirs and/or their sites, development of biological justifications for maximum allowable catches of fish and other aquatic animals, regime and regulation of fishing in fisheries reservoirs of international, national significance and reservoirs of protected areas of the Balkhash-Alakol basin (Alakol lake system), as well as assessment of the state of fish resources in reserve reservoirs of local importance.

Customer: Committee of Fisheries of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan

State registration number: 0125RK00003

Implementation period: 2024-2025

Type of work : Applied research

Objective: to conduct scientific research to determine the fish productivity of fishery reservoirs and or their areas, to develop a biological justification for the maximum allowable catches of fish and other aquatic animals and to make recommendations on the regime and regulation of fishing on lakes Sasykkol, Koshkarkol and Alakol.

Research objects: The object of the study is commercial fish populations and hydrobiocenoses of lakes Sasykkol, Koshkarkol and Alakol.

Fields of application: Alakol lake system.

Results obtained: When studying the current state of populations of the main commercial fish species, an analysis of the long-term dynamics of their biological indicators over a period equal to the average life expectancy of a generation was carried out. Recommendations are given on carrying out land reclamation works in order to preserve and sustainably use biological resources of reservoirs, and a forecast of the maximum allowable volume of seizures for 2026 is calculated.

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4. Title of the work: Determination of fish productivity of fishery reservoirs and/or their sites, development of biological justifications for maximum allowable catches of fish and other aquatic animals, regime and regulation of fishing in fishery reservoirs of international, national significance and reservoirs of protected areas of the Nur-Sarys basin, as well as assessment of the state of fish resources in reserve reservoirs of local importance

Customer: Committee of Fisheries of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan

State registration number: 0125RK00004

Implementation period: 2024-2025

Type of work: Applied research

Objective: to determine the fisheries significance of the studied reservoirs, assess the available fishing stocks for calculating the maximum allowable volume of fish removal for 2026, and provide recommendations for the fisheries management of the Nura River and its floodplain reservoirs.

Research objects: The object of research is the Nuri River with floodplain reservoirs and reservoirs of protected areas – the Buiratau and Karkaralinsky National Park.

Fields of application: The Nuri River with floodplain reservoirs and reservoirs of protected areas – the Buiratau National Park and the Karkaralinsky National Park.

Results obtained: The results of the cadastral survey of Lake Azhbai, located on the territory of the National Research and Production Enterprise “Buiratau” and three reservoirs on the territory of the National Research and Production Enterprise are presented. An assessment is given of the main parameters of the aquatic environment, the state of the food supply, and the biological characteristics of the living fish: size, weight composition, linear and weight growth rate. Stocks of the main commercial fish have been determined. Recommendations on the use of reservoirs are given.

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5. Title of the work: Determination of fish productivity of fisheries reservoirs and/or their sites, development of biological justifications for maximum allowable catches of fish and other aquatic animals, regime and regulation of fishing in fisheries reservoirs of international, national significance and reservoirs of protected areas of the Esil basin, as well as assessment of the state of fish resources in reserve reservoirs of local importance

Customer: Committee of Fisheries of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan

State registration number: 0125RK00008

Implementation period: 2024-2025

Type of work : Applied research

Objective: To conduct scientific research to determine the fish productivity of fisheries reservoirs and/or their sites, to develop biological justifications for fishing limits for fish and other aquatic animals (crayfish and other invertebrates) and to make recommendations on the regime and regulation of fishing in fisheries reservoirs of international and national importance. Yesil and Sileta. Assessment of the current state of stocks of the main commercial fish species, calculation of the maximum allowable volumes of seizure of fish resources and other aquatic animals, and development of recommendations for the rational management of fishing in the reservoirs of the Republic of Tatarstan. Yesil and Sileta. To conduct scientific research to assess the state of commercial stocks and the distribution of fish and other aquatic biological resources in the water area of reservoirs of local importance. To prepare biological justifications for the use of fish resources of the studied reservoirs, the implementation of measures for fisheries reclamation, optimization of the regime and regulation of fisheries.

Research objects:  The object of research is the Yesil and Silety rivers, the local reservoirs of the Yesil basin, as well as the reservoirs of the State Scientific and Production Enterprise “Burabai”, the State Scientific and Production Enterprise “Kokshetau” and the GPP “Korgalzhyn”.

Fields of application: The Yesil and Silety rivers, local reservoirs of the Yesil basin, as well as reservoirs of the National Research and Production Enterprise “Burabai”, the State Scientific and Production Enterprise “Kokshetau” and the State Processing Plant “Korgalzhyn”.

Results obtained: In the research of pp. Monitoring of key environmental factors and biological indicators of aquatic organisms continued in Esil and Sileta in 2025. The growth rate and other biological indicators of fish populations are analyzed. An assessment of the maximum allowable volume of fish seizures has been carried out, the fishing situation in reservoirs has been analyzed, and materials on catches for fishing efforts have been provided. Recommendations on optimizing the use of fish resources of the Russian Federation are given. Yesil and Sileta. The report presents the results of a cadastral survey of 19 reservoirs of local importance in the Esil basin. An assessment is given of the main parameters of the aquatic environment, the state of the food supply, the state of artemia populations, and the biological characteristics of the living fish: size, weight composition, linear and weight growth rate. Stocks of artemia cysts and major commercial fish have been determined. Recommendations on the fisheries management of reservoirs of local importance are given. The results of the cadastral survey of 6 reservoirs of the State Enterprise “Kokshetau”, 7 reservoirs of the State Enterprise “Burabai” and 3 reservoirs of the State Enterprise “Korgalzhyn” are also presented. An assessment is given of the main parameters of the aquatic environment, the state of the food supply, and the biological characteristics of the living fish: size, weight composition, linear and weight growth rate. Recommendations on the use of reservoirs are given. The maximum allowable catches have been determined for the period from January 1 to December 31, 2026.

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6. Title of the work: Determination of fish productivity of fishery reservoirs and/or their sites, development of biological justifications for maximum allowable catches of fish and other aquatic animals, regime and regulation of fishing in fishery reservoirs of international, national significance and reservoirs of protected areas of the Zhaiyk-Caspian basin, as well as assessment of the state of fish resources in reserve reservoirs of local importance.

Customer: Committee of Fisheries of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan

State registration number: 0125RK00005

Implementation period: 2024-2025

Type of work : Applied research

Objective: To conduct scientific research to determine the fish productivity of fisheries reservoirs and/ or their sites, to develop biological justifications for fishing limits for fish and other aquatic animals and to make recommendations on the regime and regulation of fishing in fisheries reservoirs of international, national and local significance of the Zhaiyk-Caspian basin. To assess the current state of the populations of the main commercial and sturgeon species of fish, calculate the maximum allowable volumes of seizure of fish resources and other aquatic animals, and develop recommendations for the rational management of fishing in the reservoirs of the Zhaiyk–Caspian basin.

Research objects: The Zhaiyk River with a pre-estuary area, including the Zhaiyk River, the eastern part of the Volga River delta (Kigash River) with pre-estuary areas.

Fields of application: Reservoirs of protected areas of the Zhaiyk-Caspian basin (the Zhaiyk River with a pre-estuary area, including the Zhaiyk River, the eastern part of the Volga River delta (Kigash River) with pre-estuary areas).

Results obtained: Based on the data presented in this biological substantiation, recommendations on restrictions and prohibitions, recommendations on the volume, species and age composition of stocks, and recommendations on fisheries reclamation were developed.

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7. Title of the work: Determination of fish productivity of fisheries reservoirs and/or their sites, development of biological justifications for maximum allowable catches of fish and other aquatic animals, regime and regulation of fishing in fisheries reservoirs of international, national significance and reservoirs of protected areas of the Balkhash-Alakol basin, as well as assessment of the state of fish resources in reserve reservoirs of local importance

Customer: Committee of Fisheries of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan

State registration number: 0125RK00007

Implementation period: 2024-2025

Type of work : Applied research

Objective: To conduct scientific research to determine the fish productivity of fishery reservoirs and/or their areas, to develop biological justifications for fishing limits for fish and other aquatic animals and to make recommendations on the regime and regulation of fishing on the lake. Balkash, the Ile River and in the reservoirs of the Ile River delta, at the Kapshagai reservoir and the Ile River, on the lakes Sredny Kolsai and Nizhny Kolsai and reserve reservoirs of local importance in the Zhambyl region.

Research objects: commercial fish populations and hydrobiocenoses of the lake. Balkash, the riverbed of the Ile River below the Kapshagai hydroelectric power station and the reservoirs of the Ile River delta, the Kapshagai reservoir, the retaining zone, the Ile River in its upper reaches, lakes Sredny Kolsai and Nizhny Kolsai located in protected areas of the Almaty region and reserve reservoirs of local importance of the Zhambyl region.

Fields of application: Lake Balkash, the Ile River and in the reservoirs of the Ile River delta, at the Kapshagai reservoir and the Ile River, on the Middle Kolsai and Lower Kolsai lakes and reserve reservoirs of local importance in the Zhambyl region.

Results obtained: The conducted studies allow us to identify trends in the development of ichthyofauna, assess fish stocks and recommend optimal fishing rates. The biological justification provides the results of comprehensive studies of the aquatic environment and biological resources of the lake. Balkash, the Ile River and in the reservoirs of the Ile River delta, at the Kapshagai reservoir and the For example, on the lakes Sredny Kolsai and Nizhny Kolsai and reserve reservoirs of local importance of the Zhambyl region for the spring–summer and autumn periods of 2025, an analysis of the long-term dynamics of biological indicators of the main commercial fish species for a period equal to the average age of onset of puberty is given. The size-weight, age, and sex structures of commercial fish populations are analyzed. Recommendations are given on optimizing the fishing regime (fishing measure, mesh size (pitch) in fishing gear, including recommendations on restrictions and prohibitions, fisheries reclamation and stocking of reservoirs for the conservation and sustainable use of fish stocks. Based on the analysis of the current state of populations of the main commercial fish species, their maximum allowable catch (MPF) for 2026 has been calculated.

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8. Title of the work: Determination of fish productivity of fisheries reservoirs and/or their sites, development of biological justifications for maximum allowable catches of fish and other aquatic animals, regime and regulation of fishing in fisheries reservoirs of international, national significance and reservoirs of protected areas of the Tobyl-Torgai basin, as well as assessment of the state of fish resources in reserve reservoirs of local importance

Customer: Committee of Fisheries of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan

State registration number: 0125RK00002

Implementation period: 2024-2025

Type of work : Applied research

Objective: to conduct scientific research to determine the fish productivity of the Tobol River, to develop a biological justification for fishing limits for fish and other aquatic animals (crayfish and other invertebrates) and to make recommendations on the regime and regulation of fishing in the fisheries reservoir of international importance of the Tobol River; to conduct scientific research to assess the state of commercial stocks and the distribution of fish and other aquatic biological resources in the water area of local reservoirs, to prepare biological justifications for the use of fish resources in reserve reservoirs of local importance, to carry out measures for fisheries reclamation, optimization of the regime and regulation of fishing.

Research objects: ecosystems of republican (Tobyl River) and local reservoirs of Kostanay (Lake Karakamys in Mendykarinsky district, Ashchiozeksai log in Denisovsky district, Lake Maly Shishikol in Kostanay district, Lakes Uzinkol and Bolshoy Korzhinkol in Fedorovsky district) and Aktobe (Lake Kurtykol in Wilsky district, Kalalykol pond in Irgizsky district, Lake Stary Shalkar in Shalkarsky district Egindybulak pond in Kobda district) of the regions.

Fields of application: Reservoirs of republican (the Tobyl River) and local significance of Kostanay (Lake Karakamys in Mendykarinsky district, Ashchiozeksai log in Denisovsky district, Lake Maly Shishikol in Kostanay district, lakes Uzinkol and Bolshoy Korzhinkol in Fedorovsky district) and Aktobe (Lake Kurttikol in Wilsky district, Kalalykol pond in Irgizsky district, Lake Stary Shalkar in the Shalkar district and the Egindybulak pond in the Kobda district) of the regions.

Results obtained: Scientific research has been conducted to determine the fish productivity of the Tobol River, a biological justification for fishing limits for fish and other aquatic animals (crayfish and other invertebrates) has been developed, and recommendations have been issued on the regime and regulation of fishing in a fishery reservoir of international importance. Tobol, scientific studies have been conducted to assess the state of commercial stocks and the distribution of fish and other aquatic biological resources in the water area of local reservoirs, biological justifications for the use of fish resources in reserve reservoirs of local importance have been prepared, measures have been taken for fisheries reclamation, optimization of the regime and regulation of fishing.

Budget program 019: innovations in the field of aquaculture

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019 Program “Implementation of Innovative Technologies for Preparing Broodstock for Obtaining Edible Caviar Using the Live Method to Increase the Range and Quantity of Legal Sturgeon Products and Enhance Their Export and Domestic Potential in the Mangystau Region”

Applicant: Mangystau Region Fisheries Department

Grantee: Scientific and Production Center for Fisheries LLP

Project Goal: Implementation of effective methods for preparing caviar broodstock to increase productivity and ensure consistent production of high-quality edible caviar at a fish hatchery in the Mangystau Region.

Project Objectives (3 activities over 20 months):

– Implementation of technological methods for grading sturgeon caviar replacement stock;

– Implementation of feeding rations for replacement broodstock to increase the efficiency of edible caviar production;

– Implementation of technological methods for the annual production of edible sturgeon caviar with the ability to preserve and restore spent females for repeated use.

Project Location: Kazakh Osseter Research and Production Enterprise (Kazakh Osseter)

Project Duration: 2025-2027

Expected Results:

– Technological assessment methods for the targeted formation of sturgeon egg replacement stock will be developed and implemented;

– Recommendations for optimizing the maintenance conditions of established sturgeon egg replacement broodstock maintained at Kazakh Osseter Research and Production Enterprise (Kazakh Osseter) will be developed and implemented to produce high-quality food-grade caviar.

– Innovative practices for maintaining egg broodstock in RAS will be developed and implemented at Kazakh Osseter Research and Production Enterprise (Kazakh Osseter) in the Mangystau Region.

– Assistance will be provided to agribusiness entities in the Mangystau Region in marketing fish products produced at fish farms in the region.

– The key personnel of Kazakh Osseter Scientific and Production Enterprise LLP will be trained in the above-mentioned innovative method and will have the competence to further ensure sustainable production.

Results achieved in 2025-2026:

Sturgeon grading (assessment of the productive qualities of sturgeon for their subsequent use) and inventory were conducted;

Promising females were selected for the production of live edible caviar.

The female caviar was overwintered for oocyte maturation.

20 kg of edible caviar was produced using the live method.

Scientific research work on the Kapshagai reservoir and the Ili River

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From May 12, 2026 to the present, employees of the Scientific and Production Center of Fisheries LLP have been conducting comprehensive research at the Kapshagai reservoir and the Ili River within the framework of budget program 021 (program subitem 100) and budget program 267 (program subitem 101).

The expedition team includes: expedition leader S.Zh. Makambetov, head of the ichthyology laboratory E.T. Sansyzbayev, researchers B.S. Pangereev and L.A. Zhdanko, head of the administrative and economic department E.Zh. Kosherbayev, as well as drivers N.K. Sakharin and A.Zh. Sazanbayev.

The purpose of the research is to assess the current state of populations of the main commercial fish species in the Kapshagai reservoir, its dam zone and the upper reaches of the Ili River to determine the permissible amount of fish resources and other aquatic animals seized, to make recommendations for the rational management of fishing, as well as to analyze the dynamics of biological diversity and develop measures for its conservation.

Currently, the expedition team performs a complex of scientific research (hydrochemical, hydrobiological and ichthyological), including:

  • Hydrobiological, hydrochemical and ichthyological sampling at monitoring stations;
  • analysis of biological parameters of fish populations, including size and weight characteristics, sex determination and maturity stages;
  • sampling to assess the fertility of the main commercial fish species of the Kapshagai reservoir and the Ili River;
  • Conducting echo-sounder surveys at pre-determined points and analyzing the fishing situation in the research area.

The chief specialist of the Kapshagai department of the fish inspection of the Balkhash-Alakol inter-regional basin inspection of fisheries, Sovetkhan Sh.S., participates in the research work. Comprehensive research will last until June 13, 2026.

Scientific research in the Alakol lake system

by Aijan

From May 8, 2026 to the present, an expedition team consisting of expedition leader S. Karlybayuly, researcher D.S. Bekturov, acting researcher R. Igilik, junior researcher S.A. Utegen and laboratory assistant N.B. Abishev has been conducting research in the Alakol Lake system under the budget program 021 (program item 100) and budget program 267 (program item 101).

The purpose of the research is to assess the current state of populations of the main commercial fish species in order to determine the permissible volumes of capture (catch) of fish resources and other aquatic animals in the Alakol lake system, develop recommendations for the rational management of fishing, as well as analyze the dynamics of biological diversity and develop measures for its conservation.

Currently, the expeditionary unit is carrying out a complex of scientific research works, including hydrochemical, hydrobiological and ichthyological studies.:

– sampling of hydrobiological, hydrochemical and ichthyological samples at monitoring stations;

– analysis of biological parameters of fish populations, including size and weight characteristics, as well as sex determination and stages of puberty;

– sampling to determine the fertility of the main commercial fish species of the Alakol lake system;

– conducting echo-sounder surveys at pre-determined points and analyzing the state of fishing in the research area.

 During the period of scientific research in the Alakol lake system, the chief specialist of the Alakol department of the Balkhash-Alakol inter-regional basin Fisheries Inspection, Sh.B. Kulenova, participates.

 Comprehensive research work will last until June 16, 2026.

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