Key Market Indicators
In 2019, Kyrgyz tobacco production plummeted to approximately 900 metric tons, marking a significant decline from the roughly 1,800 metric tons produced in 2018. This represents a sharp decrease of 49 percent year-over-year. The broader trend for Kyrgyz tobacco has been one of consistent decline. Since 1997, the country's tobacco supply has contracted by about 27 percent annually, reflecting ongoing challenges in the sector.
