EPIS Smart Farm ODA Project
Establishing a K-Farm with Seedling and Production System in Tashkent
Description
The EPIS Smart Farm ODA Project establishes a demonstration K-Farm in Tashkent to support seedling propagation and horticultural production within climate-controlled greenhouse facilities. The project aims to strengthen agricultural productivity and capacity in Uzbekistan by introducing smart-farm technologies and delivering technical training for local agronomists, farmers and advisory services.
Technology
The project applies greenhouse automation supported by environmental sensors, IoT-connected control units and cloud-based monitoring systems. Digital dashboards and mobile applications are used for operational management, data logging and training purposes, while GIS tools support facility planning and layout design.
Target
The primary users are AKIS staff, farm advisors, local nursery operators, and small- to medium-scale horticultural farmers. The project also engages agriculture research institutions, rural communities and public-sector personnel through training and capacity-building activities.
Business model
The project is funded through official development assistance provided by the Government of the Republic of Korea via EPIS. Smart-farm equipment, technical assistance and training are delivered to local partners at no cost during the project period.
Impact
The project supports the introduction of smart nursery and production practices in Uzbekistan through a demonstration greenhouse and associated training activities. It contributes to improved technical capacity in seedling propagation and controlled-environment agriculture, with outcomes to be assessed through project monitoring and evaluation during and after implementation.
Partners
Republic Agroservice Centre (AKIS); Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of Uzbekistan (via AKIS); local horticultural enterprises; Korean smart-farm equipment suppliers
Four Betters
Better environment
Better production
Better life
