Аннотация
The purpose of the study is to analyze the current state of development of the grain industry in Kazakhstan, identify the factors constraining their growth and substantiate recommendations for achieving high results in this industry. Research methodology . The methodological basis of this study is a set of complementary scientific approaches that provide a comprehensive and objective analysis of the problems and prospects of the development of the grain industry in Kazakhstan. The choice of a systematic approach is conditioned by the need to take into account the multidimensional nature of the problem under consideration, since ignoring individual elements of the system can lead to ineffective solutions. The comparative analysis made it possible to set targets for the development of the industry and identify the most effective mechanisms of state support. The application of the dialectical approach made it possible to take into account the dynamics of industry development and predict possible changes in the future, as well as develop flexible strategies that can adapt to changing conditions. The study used official statistical data obtained from the following sources: the Bureau of National Statistics of the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the World Bank, etc. Tools such as Microsoft Excel and IBM SPSS Statistics were used to process and analyze the collected data. The time frame of the study covers the period from 2019 to 2024. The choice of this period is due to the availability of complete and reliable statistical data provided by official sources. The need to analyze the latest trends allows us to reflect current trends in the grain industry, changes in the global grain market and increased competition from Russian producers. The originality/value . This research has a high degree of originality and value, as it offers a comprehensive and scientifically based approach to solving the problems of the grain industry in Kazakhstan, contributing to its sustainable development and increasing competitiveness in the global market. Findings . This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state of the grain industry in the Republic of Kazakhstan, identifies key problems hindering its sustainable development, and develops scientifically sound recommendations for overcoming them. Special attention is paid to the issues of low yields, dependence on climatic conditions, inefficient water use, lack of financing and increased competition from imported grain. The grain industry in Kazakhstan, despite its significant potential and strategic importance for ensuring food security, is characterized by a significant lag in yield from world leaders and high vulnerability to external factors. The lack of an integrated approach to solving systemic problems that hinder innovation, production modernization and market diversification hinders the development of the industry's potential and reduces its competitiveness. The scientific novelty of the research consists in conducting a comprehensive analysis of the factors determining the sustainable development of the grain industry in Kazakhstan; substantiating the need to switch to targeted government support; developing a system of measures to diversify export markets and increase the competitiveness of Kazakhstani grain; proposing specific measures to implement long-term strategic goals for the development of the grain industry, including the allocation of responsibility.