DESCRIPTIVE STATISTICAL RESULTS ON FARMERS’ TRANSITION TO ORGANIC PRODUCTION IN KAZAKHSTAN
DESCRIPTIVE STATISTICAL RESULTS ON FARMERS’ TRANSITION TO ORGANIC PRODUCTION IN KAZAKHSTAN
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https://doi.org/10.52578/2305-9397-2025-4-28-38Ключевые слова:
Beef cattle breeding, organic animal husbandry, production willingness, production behavior, conditions and factors, KazakhstanАннотация
This study investigates the organic production behavior of beef cattle farmers in Kazakhstan across three key operational dimensions: standardized farm construction, standardized use of agricultural inputs, and the implementation of organic food certification. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research integrates a large-scale field survey of 410 respondents, in-depth interviews with farmers and officials, econometric modeling (SEM, probit, ordered probit), and comparative case studies of farms at different stages of organic transition. The findings reveal that while many farmers demonstrate a willingness to adopt organic practices, actual adoption remains limited due to financial constraints, insufficient technical capacity, certification complexity, and uneven access to advisory services. Econometric results highlight the significant role of perceived behavioral control and education, experience, and scale factors in shaping organic behavior. Differences between high- and low-income farmers, as well as between large- and small-scale producers, further emphasize the importance of targeted support mechanisms. Overall, the study provides applied evidence for policymakers and practitioners, showing that effective promotion of organic livestock production in Kazakhstan requires reducing certification burdens, improving technical assistance, expanding financial support programs, and strengthening regional infrastructure for sustainable cattle farming.
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