On June 4, 2025, a delegation from the State of Japan visited the FishRPC on a working visit as part of a research project implemented with the support of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

The purpose of the visit was to conduct a feasibility study on the possibilities of using Japanese technologies and equipment on salmon farms in Kazakhstan.

The delegation included representatives of the Japanese companies Furatt Gosei Co., Ltd. and Daichu Corporation, as well as experts in the field of aquaculture and international consulting.

JICA delegation composition:

1) Furatt Gosei Co., Ltd: Mr. Kawahara Satoshi, Ms. Ima Alexandra

2) Daichu Corporation: Mr. Shibuya Shota, Mr. Furuya Norihiro

3) Regional Research Institute: Dogin Mr. Kagai Yoshifumi

4) Hidaka Salmon Breeding Association: Mr. Shimizu Masaru

5) KPMG AZSA: Mr. Kaneko Hiroki

6) Project Formation Advisor: JICA Mr. Tsuji Satoshi

7) Translator: Mr. Bisengali Kenesary

The meeting was chaired by Deputy Director General of FishRPC, Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor, Academician of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan Asylbekova S.Zh., who emphasized the importance of scientific exchange and international partnership for the sustainable development of the country’s fishing industry.

The report was made by the senior researcher of the aquaculture laboratory Bulavina N.B., presenting the key areas of research in the field of aquaculture and the prospects for the introduction of Japanese technologies in fish farms in Kazakhstan. During the visit, issues of equipment modernization, business opportunities and areas of cooperation in the field of fish farming between Kazakhstan and the state of Japan were discussed.

Since May 14 of this year, the employees of the FishRPC (head of the expedition team – Karlybayuly S., researcher – Bakkozha Zh. M., researcher – Bekturov B. S., researcher – Zhdanko L. A., junior researcher – Otegen S. A. and driver – Abishev N.) have been conducting research work on the lakes of the Alakol system under programs BP 021 p/p 100 (PDU) and BP 267 p/p 101 (PCF).

At present, the expedition team is conducting the following work:

– physical-geographical and hydrological characteristics of reservoirs;

– analysis of hydrochemical parameters;

– analysis of the state of the food supply for fish in the reservoirs;

– determination of the species composition of fish and other aquatic organisms in water bodies.

During the period of scientific research work on water bodies, the chief specialist of the Alakol fish inspection department Suleimenov N.B. takes part.

Research of the Alakol lake system continues.

Since April 22, 2025, a seminar for hydrobiologists on the topics of “Species identification of invertebrate communities of the Caspian Sea zoobenthos” and “Methodology for processing hydrobiological samples and drawing up protocols with the Test Center sign” has been held in the hydrobiology laboratory of the FishRPC.

Hydrobiologists from all branches of the FishRPC take part in the seminar. The purpose of the seminar is to improve the quality of hydrobiological research.

The seminar is conducted by the head of the hydrobiology laboratory, PhD, Zh. O. Mazhibaeva.

During the work on taxonomic identification, benthologists use an EX30 microscope with a camera monitor, which allows for significant detailing of the image for a more accurate identification of organisms.

Systematic holding of such seminars helps to unify the methods of hydrobiological research, taking into account the practical skills of more experienced employees, which, in general, brings the work of the FishRPC hydrobiologists to a higher level.

On April 17–18, 2025, the city of Astana is hosting the International Scientific and Practical Conference “Experience and Prospects for the Development of Ornamental and Commercial Aquaculture.” The conference is organized by the Ailand Oceanarium (LLP “Ailand Astana”) and is held in a mixed offline/online format.

The program for the first day of the conference includes:

• Presentations within the aquaristics section;
• Presentations within the aquaculture section.

The General Director of LLP “Scientific and Production Center for Fisheries,” Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor, and Academician of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kuanish Baibolatovich Isbekov, delivered a presentation titled: “Breeding of Rare and Valuable Fish Species for the Purpose of Preserving Kazakhstan’s Biodiversity.”

The Fisheries Committee of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan held a meeting chaired by the head of the department, Serik Sermagambetov. The event was attended by heads of interregional basin inspections, structural departments, and subordinate organizations.

During the meeting, issues related to the implementation of state support measures for the industry, strengthening efforts to attract investments, the introduction of digital e-Fish control tools, as well as the implementation of programs for stocking reservoirs, fulfilling state orders for the artificial reproduction of fish resources, and modernizing the production base of fish hatcheries were discussed. Special attention was paid to cooperation with local executive bodies, combating poaching, and anti-corruption measures.

Following the meeting, the Chairman of the Committee issued a number of instructions to the heads of interregional basin inspections and subordinate organizations aimed at developing the fishing industry.

From March 17 to March 19, 2025, an academic/Coordinating Council is taking place at the head office (Almaty) of the Scientific and Production Center of Fisheries to review and approve research and development work programs for scientific and technical programs for 2024-2026. The meeting is held in a hybrid format, bringing together participants both in person in the hall and online.

The meeting is attended by representatives of the Fisheries Committee of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as key partners—co-implementing organizations of the programs:

NAO “Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University named after S. Seifullin”;

Kazakh Scientific Research Veterinary Institute LLP;

Institute of Hydrobiology and Ecology;

Scientific and Production Center of Microbiology and Virology LLP;

Factor System Research Company LLP;

On the agenda:

Review of work programs on the topic: “Development and implementation of innovative technologies and new aquaculture facilities that are economically effective in the natural and climatic conditions of various regions of Kazakhstan,” Program leader: Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor, Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan S.Zh. Asylbekova;

Review of work programs on the topic: “Comprehensive studies of reservoirs for the conservation and sustainable use of aquatic biological resources based on an assessment of their potential and modeling of stock dynamics,” Program leader: PhD, Professor, Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan K.B. Isbekov;

Consideration of work programs on the topic: “Determining the fish productivity of fisheries reservoirs and/or their sites, developing biological justifications for maximum allowable catches of fish and other aquatic animals, the regime and regulation of fishing in fisheries reservoirs of international and national significance, as well as assessing the state of fish resources in reserve reservoirs of local importance.” Program manager: Director of the Aral branch, PhD T.T. Barakbaev;

Other issues (reports on the activities of the SMU, the Trade Union Committee, reports on the implementation of the scientific publication plan, doctoral students’ reports).

Upon completion of the meetings, all work programs will be sent for approval to the General Director of LLP «Fisheries Research and Production Center».

From March 3 to 6, 2025, specialists from the Hydrobiology Laboratory of LLP «Fisheries Research and Production Center» held a training seminar on the topic “Enhancing Work Quality through Research Standardization.”

During this period, A.D. Omralinova, a junior researcher at the comprehensive laboratory of the Northern Branch, together with Zh.O. Mazhibayeva, PhD, Head of the Hydrobiology Laboratory, M.O. Aubakirova, PhD, L.A. Zhdanko, researcher, and Sh.T. Tursinaly, senior laboratory assistant, conducted research on the identification of various groups of zoobenthic and zooplanktonic invertebrates.

For four days, seminar participants exchanged views and experiences in the field of hydrobiological research. In addition, many issues related to identifying the taxonomic composition of microscopic aquatic organisms in reservoirs in the northern part of the republic were resolved.

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Today, March 3, 2025, in Atyrau, an off-site meeting of the Presidium of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held on the topic “Strong Regional Science – Strong Region”, with the participation of the President of the Academy, A.K. Kurishbaev.

During the meeting, issues related to the development of regional science, strengthening the link between science and production, and discussing regional priorities for the development of science and technology aimed at addressing the technological challenges of the industry and regional issues were considered.

The meeting was attended by E.L. Kadimov, Director of the Atyrau branch, and G.G. Dzhunusova, Research Associate, from FRaPC LLP. At the exhibition held as part of the event, FRaPC LLP presented sturgeon species grown at the Aktau Balyk LLP fish breeding complex as part of a scientific research program.

On February 26, 2025, Almaty hosted the awarding ceremony for laureates of prizes and state scientific scholarships in the field of science. The ceremony was held at the National Academy of Sciences under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The event was attended by Minister of Science and Higher Education Sayasat Nurbek, Doctor of Agricultural Sciences, Professor, Academician, President of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Chairman of the Board – Rector of the Kazakh National Agrarian Research University Akylbek Kurishbayev, scientists and university professors.

Since May 2024, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan has been working to create a list of young scientists (up to and including 40 years old) in need of housing. About 300 applications have been received from scientific organizations and universities subordinate to government agencies located in Almaty. In pursuance of the President’s instructions, the commission for the allocation of apartments for young scientists of scientific organizations, organizations of higher and postgraduate education to provide housing in Almaty has identified another list of young scientists in need of housing. Our researcher at the aquaculture laboratory, Efim Bulavin, is also included in this list.

Akylbek Kurishbayev personally awarded the laureates of the state scientific scholarships and noted the contribution of each laureate to the development of science and education.