Wedoany.com Report-Apr. 18, In Kazakhstan’s Zhambyl region, Shengtai Biotech Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of Fufeng Group, has launched a significant corn deep processing project, as announced by the regional administration. The foundation-laying ceremony was attended by Yerbol Karashukeyev, the Governor of Zhambyl region.

The facility, designed to process 500,000 to 1 million tons of corn annually, aims to scale up to 3 million tons in the future. With an investment of approximately 420 billion tenge, the project is expected to create 6,000 jobs during construction and 1,500 permanent jobs once operational, starting with 400 positions.

In 2025, the company plans to procure 300,000 tons of corn for processing in 2026, establishing offtake agreements with local Zhambyl farmers to ensure stable cooperation. The plant will produce high-value products such as amino acids (leucine, valine, isoleucine, glutamine, citrulline), starch, and glucose, while utilizing crop residues for animal feed to achieve waste-free production.

Yerbol Karashukeyev underscored the project’s alignment with national agricultural goals: “The Head of State has set the goal of increasing the share of processed agricultural products to 70%. One of the key priorities is deep grain processing. Today’s project is a clear example of how this objective is being put into action. The plant will establish an efficient value chain from field to high value-added finished products. This unique initiative will provide fresh momentum for the development of the agro-industrial complex across the southern regions of Kazakhstan and ensure stable income for local farmers.”

Li Xuechun, Chairman of the Board of Fufeng Group Limited, highlighted the region’s potential: “Speaking about long-term investment cooperation, Li Xuechun, Chairman of the Board of Fufeng Group Limited, highlighted the great potential of Zhambyl region and expressed his gratitude for the support provided by the government.” This reflects the strong partnership between the company and local authorities.

The project is part of a broader investment strategy in Zhambyl, which includes 82 initiatives worth 3.6 trillion tenge, expected to generate over 10,000 jobs. In the first three months of 2025, the region attracted 120.5 billion tenge in investments, a 37.1% increase compared to the previous year. For 2025, Zhambyl plans to implement 30 projects valued at 175.2 billion tenge.

The corn processing facility supports Kazakhstan’s growing agricultural sector, which has seen a 1.8-fold increase in gross output over the past six years. By focusing on deep processing, the project enhances the value of local crops, strengthens the regional economy, and promotes sustainable agricultural practices through efficient resource use and job creation.