Uzbekistan introduces new rules for gas supply to greenhouses

Starting from the autumn-winter period of 2024/2025, new rules for gas supply to greenhouse farms will come into effect in Uzbekistan. These changes concern prepayment, notifications of disconnections, and gas pressure levels, which should contribute to the stability and improvement of the operating conditions of greenhouses, especially during the cold season.

Key changes:

New gas prepayment system From 2024/2025, new prepayment requirements for gas will be introduced for greenhouses. During the first three months of the harvest year (October, November, and December), greenhouse farms will be required to make a prepayment of 50% of the cost of the supplied natural gas. The remaining amount must be paid by the end of each month. In subsequent months, prepayment for gas will be 100% on a monthly basis. These conditions apply only to greenhouses that do not have outstanding debts for the previous periods.

Notification of disconnections Gas supply companies such as «Hududgazta’minot», as well as electricity supply companies, will be required to notify greenhouses and cold storage facilities about gas pressure reductions or supply interruptions at least 24 hours in advance. The only exceptions are force majeure circumstances outlined in the gas and electricity supply contracts. This innovation will allow greenhouses to better plan their operations and avoid unexpected disruptions.

Long-term contracts Contracts for natural gas supply between greenhouse farms and gas supply companies will be signed for a period of three years. This will ensure greater stability and predictability for both parties and simplify the contract signing process.

Gas pressure guarantees New requirements regarding maintaining a specific gas pressure level will be introduced into the technical conditions for gas supply, particularly for those greenhouses not connected to general public gas networks. Now, gas sales and supply organizations will be obligated to ensure the declared gas pressure level, which is especially important for the proper functioning of greenhouses and crop preservation during the cold season.

Why these changes are necessary:

These changes aim to improve the operating conditions of greenhouse farms in the country, especially during the winter period when the demand for gas for heating increases significantly. Greenhouses are an important part of Uzbekistan’s agricultural sector, providing year-round vegetable production and other crops. Stable gas supplies with guaranteed pressure will help avoid disruptions in greenhouse operations and prevent crop losses.

In addition, the introduction of new prepayment rules will help greenhouses better plan their expenses and ensure timely payments for gas supply companies. This, in turn, will enhance the financial stability of the industry and improve the quality of the services provided.

The new gas supply rules for greenhouses are designed to increase their efficiency and reduce risks associated with supply disruptions. The introduction of mandatory notifications and long-term contracts will create more favorable conditions for doing business in the agricultural sector, which is expected to have a positive impact on the country’s agricultural industry as a whole.

The text has been translated by AI. For more accurate information, please refer to the Russian version of the article