On November 1–2, 2025, staff of LLP “Fisheries Research and Production Center” visited enterprises specializing in aquaculture equipment production and technology transfer in this field. An important part of the mission was the implementation of joint training programs with farms engaged in the reproduction of carp species, such as common carp, silver carp, and bighead carp, to intensify fish production volumes in Kazakhstan, practices which are actively developed in China.

To achieve these goals, the delegation visited Future Fish Farm (Chinese: Wei Loi), which specializes in carp reproduction, and also studied the River Bus (Mesocottus Trachidermus), a species under threat of extinction. Future Fish Farm has many years of experience in carp farming and achieves maximum production volumes of 1.2-1.5 billion fingerlings. This farm successfully meets the needs of the domestic market in Gansu and Xinjiang provinces, as well as in the city of Shanghai.

Factors contributing to large-scale production include in-house aquaculture equipment manufacturing and the availability of feed with a conversion ratio of 1.2–1.5, ensuring intensive growth and high economic efficiency in fish farming.

As a result of the meeting, a consensus was reached on the integration of science and business in fisheries between Kazakhstan and China. The goal is to create a sustainable infrastructure for fish production and fish breeding biotechnology in the Republic of Kazakhstan by adopting experience and knowledge, including the use of advanced Chinese technologies in production processes.

On October 30–31, 2025, the visit of the LLP “Fisheries Research and Production Center” delegation, led by Professor Min Kuanhong and Head of the Training Program Wan Yun, continued at Paganda, a company specializing in the production of aeration systems for aquaculture and fish farming.

During the visit, the delegation had the opportunity to learn from the advanced experience of Kong Company, which specializes in the cultivation of commercial black carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) and Chinese mitten crab (Eriocheir sinensis). Additionally, a visit was organized to the Three Fish Fish Farm, known for its export-oriented production of non-native fish species such as pufferfish (Tetraodon maccallii), Indian shad (Tenualosa ilisha), and American shad (Alosa sapidissima).

During the meeting, the parties discussed directions for integrative cooperation and opportunities to intensify fish production through the introduction of modern aquaculture equipment at fish farms in Kazakhstan. Particular attention was paid to strategies for increasing fish production volumes for both domestic and international markets.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both parties expressed mutual interest in developing cooperation in the supply and installation of equipment, as well as in organizing training for personnel working at fish farms in Kazakhstan.

On October 28–29, 2025, a working visit of the LLP “Fisheries Research and Production Center” delegation took place at the Freshwater Fisheries Research Center of the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Wuxi.

As part of the negotiations with representatives of the Chinese center, reports on the development of fisheries and the role of fisheries science in the Republic of Kazakhstan were presented by: General Director Suyubaev A.S., Deputy Head of the Science Department, D.Sc., Professor Asylbekova S.Zh., and Senior Researcher, PhD Barakov R.T.

From the Chinese side, the meeting was attended by: General Director Bing Xuwen, Director of Aquaculture Wen Haibo, Director of Scientific Research Qiang-Jun, Associate Professor of Aquaculture and Environmental Management Fan Limin, Professor of Aquaculture Min Kuanhong, Director of International Cooperation and Education Jing Xiaojun, Assistant Director of International Cooperation and Education Ye Wei, and Program Staff Member Wang Yun.

During the meeting, reports from specialists of the Chinese center were presented, covering key aspects of multilateral cooperation in the development of aquaculture and the integration of science and business between our countries. Priority and innovative areas in this field were discussed. Topics included:

• Introduction to the Freshwater Fisheries Research Center (Prof. Bing Xuwen)
• Development of green aquaculture (Prof. Wen Haibo)
• New directions in technology development (Prof. Qiang-Jun)
• Water quality control and aquaponics development 

Additionally, staff of the Chinese center conducted a guided tour of the Biotechnology and Genetics Laboratory for the delegation.

The meeting took place in an atmosphere of mutual understanding and cooperation, with both sides expressing full readiness to develop interstate priorities in the fields of economy and science. Opportunities for training programs and internships in aquaculture and related fisheries sectors were also discussed.

During the negotiations, a draft Memorandum of Cooperation between the two research centers was considered, which will serve as a basis for further strengthening scientific interaction and business integration.

By the Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated October 21, 2025, the Deputy General Director of LLP “Fisheries Research and Production Center,” PhD Barakbaev T.T., was awarded the medal “Eren Enbegi Ushin” for his outstanding contribution to the development of fisheries and dedication within the framework of LLP “Fisheries Research and Production Center.”

This award is a recognition of many years of hard work, professionalism, and invaluable contribution to the development of the industry.

We wish him continued success, new scientific achievements, and inspiration for the benefit of Kazakhstan!

A meeting of the Local Ethics Committee was held at the head office of LLP “Fisheries Research and Production Center” under the chairmanship of the Deputy Chair of the Local Ethics Committee, S.Zh. Asylbekova, Deputy Head of the Science Department of LLP “FishRPC,” Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor, Academician of the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Members of the Committee:

1. A.I. Kydyrmanov – Head of the Laboratory of Viral Ecology, LLP “Research and Production Center of Microbiology and Virology,” Doctor of Veterinary Sciences, Professor
2. A.A. Aitkalieva – Head of the Testing Center, LLP “FRPC”
3. N.B. Bulavina – Head of the Aquaculture Laboratory, LLP “FRPC”
4. S.Yu. Dolgopolova – Head of the Hydroanalytics Laboratory, LLP “FRPC,” PhD
5. E.T. Sansyzbaev – Head of the Ichthyology Laboratory, LLP “FRPC”

The Committee reviewed two (2) project applications submitted for the competition on grant funding for young scientists for scientific and/or scientific-technical projects for 2026–2028, and one (1) project application for participation in the grant funding competition for scientific and scientific-technical projects for 2026–2028.

All submitted projects comply with ethical standards, the planned research will be carried out without causing harm to the environment or research objects, and were approved by the Local Ethics Committee.

Within the framework of the Scientific and Technical Program “Development and Implementation of Innovative Technologies and New Aquaculture Objects that are Economically Efficient under the Natural and Climatic Conditions of Various Regions of Kazakhstan,” the second year of research under the project “Testing and Implementation of Effective Biotechnical Methods for Rearing Promising Aquaculture Species in Fish Farms of Kazakhstan with Their Genetic Identification Using DNA Markers” is nearing completion at the base fish farm LLP “Kapshagai NVH-1973.”

As a result of the research work, domestication of tench (Tinca tinca) caught from a natural population (Lake Kyrykkurdyk) to artificial rearing conditions was carried out. Biotechnical methods for growing commercial tench and the freshwater prawn Macrobrachium rosenbergii under industrial conditions were developed, and the genetic identification of tench using DNA markers was performed. Upon completion of the work, the research objects — tench and Macrobrachium rosenbergii — were transported to the Balkhash branch of LLP “Fisheries Research and Production Center.”

From October 16 to 18, a control harvest of the RAS (recirculating aquaculture system) is being conducted at the fish-farming site of the Balkhash Branch of LLP “FRPC,” along with grading (bonitation) of tench and Macrobrachium rosenbergii transferred for wintering from LLP “Kapshagai NVH-1973.”

The work involves the program supervisor, Deputy Head of the Science Department, Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor S.Zh. Asylbekova; Acting Head of the Complex Fisheries Laboratory F.A. Altayeva; Head of the Expeditionary Unit D.O. Tagayev; A.T. Satbek; and Senior Laboratory Assistant Z.S. Seitpatkalov.

On October 10, 2025, a large-scale anniversary event was held in the Aral district of the Kyzylorda region to mark the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Aral State Fishery Trust — the enterprise that laid the foundation for Kazakhstan’s fishing industry.

The event was attended by the Chairman of the Fisheries Committee of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, S. Sermaganbetov, Akim of the Aral district A. Ongarbayev, representatives of government bodies, industry veterans and specialists, members of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea, deputies of regional and district maslikhats, as well as public figures, members of the intelligentsia, labor veterans, and fisheries experts who arrived especially from Astana, Almaty, Kyzylorda, Irgiz and Kazalinsky district.

At the ceremonial meeting, a report was presented by the Deputy General Director of LLP “Fisheries Research and Production Center,” PhD T.T. Barakbaev. He spoke about the contribution of the scientific center to the development of regional fisheries.

The report was devoted to the topic “The Current State of Commercial Fish Farming in Our Region and the Condition of Water Bodies Used for Commercial Fish Breeding.” It provided a detailed overview of issues related to scientifically grounded industry development, the rational use of water resources, and the introduction of technologies for the artificial breeding of rare fish species.

In addition, a tree-planting ceremony was held at the Fishermen’s Alley in the city of Aral — an important event aimed at improving the region’s ecology and expressing gratitude to the fishing community.

Guests also visited several fish processing enterprises in the Aral district, including the “Aral SZC” plant, which has an annual production capacity of 7,000 tons. They familiarized themselves with the production process and noted the high quality of finished products intended for export.

Since September 5, 2025, up to the present, employees of LLP “«Fisheries Research and Production Center»– S. Karlybayuly, Zh. Bakkozha, B. S. Pangereev, and N. K. Sakharin – have been conducting scientific research in the Alakol lake system.

The research is carried out within the framework of budget programs.

At present, the expedition team is performing the following tasks:

• collection of ichthyological material and analysis of the main biological indicators of fish;
• study of the composition of the commercial ichthyofauna of the reservoirs;
• analysis of the commercial catch indicators of users at the assigned fishing areas.

The work is carried out with the participation of the chief specialist of the Alakol Department of Fisheries Inspection – Sh. Kullenova.

Scientific research in the Alakol lake system continues

Modern aquaculture is a high-tech industry that is actively developing through the integration of scientific achievements and practical production. One of the key factors for the successful and sustainable growth of fish farming is effective collaboration between production enterprises and research institutions.

Joint projects between fish farms and scientific organizations make it possible to introduce advanced methods of water quality and fish health monitoring, breeding and reproduction using biotechnologies and cutting-edge innovations. Particularly important are developments aimed at introducing new species into aquaculture in Kazakhstan, revising technologies for the cultivation of traditional species in line with technological progress, as well as addressing issues of biodiversity conservation in our water bodies.

📍 For this purpose, employees of the National Research Center for Fisheries (LLP “NRCF”), including Deputy Head of the Science Department, Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor S.Zh. Assylbekov, Head of the Aquaculture Laboratory N.B. Bulavina, and Researcher of the Aquaculture Laboratory, PhD G.M. Maratova, visited LLP “AgroAquaComplex.”

The fish farming site of LLP “AgroAquaComplex” is located in Almaty region, village Baidibek bi. Coordinates: latitude 43°31’34.67”N, longitude 77°41’3.91”E.

The main target species for cultivation at the site include carp (Cyprinus carpio), grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella), silver carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix), rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), and sturgeon species (particularly Siberian sturgeon, Acipenser baerii).

Water supply for the fish farming site comes from small rivers formed by springs and groundwater, provided mainly by gravity flow. To prevent fish from escaping the ponds, protective nets are installed at water inlets and outlets. The water flow rate in the ponds can be regulated.

Water discharge from the ponds flows into drainage channels and is subsequently used for irrigation of fields located downstream of the farm.

There are no sources of anthropogenic impact or factors negatively affecting the environment in the area of the LLP “AgroAquaComplex” fish farm.

Within the framework of the research and technological progress (IRN BR2359l 095), the project: “Modeling the state of stocks in inland commercial waters with the development of a software package and domestic methodological recommendations for accounting for the number of fish and calculating the maximum permissible catch” TOO “Company of systems research “Factor” is developing an information system for calculations and assessment of fish stocks.

Today, the general director of TOO “Company of systems research “Factor”, candidate of physical and mathematical sciences Gabbasov Mars Bekkalievich held an online seminar on the topic: “Annual multi-species cohort mathematical models for assessing stocks of fish resources”.

The seminar considered:

1. Mathematical modeling of stocks;
2. Single-species difference model of Schaefer;
3. Multi-species difference model of Schaefer;
4. Multi-species model for age groups;
5. Multispecies cohort model for each age of fish;
6. Mutual influence of fish species;
7. Equations for predatory fish species for a dynamic model;
8. Equations for predatory fish species for a semi-dynamic model;
9. Influence of environmental factors.