Impact of digital connectivity and investment on sustainable agricultural productivity: the case of Kazakhstan

2026

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DOI 10.1016/j.procs.2026.09.008
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Abstract

This study examines the impact of digital and mobile infrastructure and investment on agricultural productivity in Kazakhstan. The research is based on statistical data for the period 2014–2024 and applies correlation and regression analysis to evaluate the relationships between key variables. The results show that investment in fixed capital has a significant positive effect on agricultural output, acting as the main driver of growth. Digital and mobile connectivity, reflected by internet penetration, also demonstrates a strong positive influence, highlighting the importance of communication infrastructure and data accessibility. At the same time, digital literacy shows a negative coefficient, which may be explained by time lags and structural factors affecting the adoption of digital skills in agriculture. The findings suggest that sustainable agricultural development depends on the combined effect of economic and digital communication factors. The study contributes to the literature by providing empirical evidence from Kazakhstan and highlights the need for integrated policies supporting both investment and mobile-enabled digital transformation.