The state program “Access to state-owned pastures” was discussed at the meeting held with the local authorities of the Imereti Region
Giorgi Misheladze, chairman of the National Agency for Sustainable Land Management and Land Use Monitoring, introduced the importance and technical details of the state program "Access to state-owned pastures" to Zviad Shalamberidze, State Representative in the Imereti region and the mayors of the Imereti municipalities.
The meeting involved discussions on the terms for incorporating farmers into the state program and on the local government's role in efficiently managing the process.
It was emphasized that the proper utilization of pasture resources in the country is crucial for safeguarding the suitability and productivity of the land, thereby fostering the development of animal husbandry.
The "State-Owned Pastures" program was approved on October 6, 2021. The program allows farmers with cattle and small cattle to secure and use preferred pasture through an auction within the framework of a three-year lease agreement. As of today, pastures to be leased through auction have been published in three stages; Registration of those wishing to join the program is underway.
