On January 29th, President Aleksandr Lukashenko met with Agriculture and Food Minister Yuri Gorlov, who presented a report. The Head of State raised several issues related to the agricultural sector, which are particularly relevant given the current challenging weather conditions.
“As you see, I did not put pressure on the regions, the country and you without a reason, particularly about livestock wintering. The God has tested us seriously. So, the first question is: what is the current state of agriculture? Specifically, regarding the care and preservation of livestock. What are the main concerns? This is the most important question. Which regions are performing well, and which are falling behind? And, most importantly, what is the reason for our shortcomings in certain areas?” the Head of State pointed out.
Aleksandr Lukashenko also asked about the progress in addressing the tasks he set regarding the restoration of district agricultural service companies, district agrochemical organisations and construction brigades in each district, “The chair of the district executive committee (you have experience as a chairman of a district executive committee, so you understand what that involves) should have some kind of tool at their disposal — not just to sit in an office and manage people, but to have real influence, provide assistance and offer support. Several districts have already successfully addressed these tasks. In spring, we will visit those areas and invite the relevant officials so they can see how this work should be done. Where necessary, the country must be restored. This applies to enterprises as well. Where required, it must be rebuilt entirely. What is the current situation in this regard?”