Abstract
This research article examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on food security in Kazakhstan. The purpose of the study is to identify the main factors influencing the level of food security during the pandemic and to propose directions for improving it. The research methodology includes a literature review, analysis of statistical data using various logical methods of scientific knowledge such as analysis, synthesis, abstraction, generalization, induction, deduction, and analogy. The study is comprehensive and covers a wide range of aspects influencing food security, providing valuable insights into the underlying causes of food security issues and suggesting practical solutions to enhance food security in the country. The main results of the study show that the pandemic has had a negative impact on the level of food security in Kazakhstan due to disruptions in food supply chains and the economic downturn caused by the pandemic. The analysis of statistical data highlights the need to focus on improving local food production and reducing dependence on imported food products. The study contributes to the field of food security by providing empirical evidence of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on food security in Kazakhstan and proposing specific directions for improving it. The practical significance of this research is that it can inform policymakers and stakeholders in the food industry about the measures that need to be taken to ensure food security in Kazakhstan during and after the pandemic.