BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 16. Azerbaijan is
working to reduce investment risks in the agricultural sector by
developing modern infrastructure, Majnun Mammadov, Minister of
Agriculture of Azerbaijan, said during the 14th Private Sector
Forum of the Islamic Development Bank Group, Trend's correspondent reports
from the event.


According to him, modern agro-logistics centers are being
established in the country, cold chain supply infrastructure is
being strengthened, and measures are being taken to reduce
post-harvest product losses.


Mammadov noted that the sector's operational efficiency is
supported by the Electronic Agricultural Information System
(EKTIS), which has ensured transparency in state support and
subsidization mechanisms.


He announced that the system's infrastructure is currently
expanding through the integration of artificial intelligence
technologies and data analytics tools.


"For business, this means guaranteed end-to-end product
traceability, a higher level of quality control, and compliance
with strict international halal standards," the minister said.


Mammadov also put forward a number of proposals for the further
development of the industry.


According to him, one of the top priorities should be the
creation of a unified platform for halal certification and digital
traceability.







"Investors need a single, authoritative, and internationally
recognized standard. We are ready to take a leading role in this
direction and invite partners to join this effort," he stated.


The minister also proposed the development of integrated green
halal agro-hubs that combine production, processing, certification,
and cold chain logistics powered by renewable energy sources.


Furthermore, he emphasized the importance of utilizing the
potential of the Middle Corridor to expand halal product
exports.


"Priority must be given to logistical routes connecting our
producers with the markets of the Persian Gulf countries and
Europe," he said.


Mammadov stated that Azerbaijan is open to cooperation and
intends to build its potential as a regional hub for halal
production.


"Let us work together to make Azerbaijan a leading regional hub
for the production of ethical, high-quality, and competitive halal
products," he added.