David Songulashvili: Fully Utilizing Wheat Production Potential Is a Strategic Priority

“The wheat harvesting season is in full swing,” said David Songulashvili, Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia, during a visit to Dedoplistskaro and the Shiraki Valley, where he assessed the ongoing harvest and met with local wheat farmers.

“We have established an operational headquarters to coordinate the logistics of wheat harvesting and storage,” Songulashvili stated.
“Our services maintain active communication with farmers, milling enterprises, and buyers to ensure the smooth operation of the entire chain.”

According to the Minister, approximately 300 combines are currently involved in the harvest, with wheat already collected from more than 15,000 hectares of land. To support storage infrastructure, the government has co-financed the creation of 23 grain storage facilities with a total investment of 9.6 million GEL.

“It is important for us that wheat farmers face no delays during harvesting or storage. Timely harvesting under favorable weather conditions, coupled with proper storage, is essential for ensuring high-quality grain,” Songulashvili emphasized.

He also highlighted positive trends in the sector:

“In recent years, the average yield per hectare has increased to 2.5–3 tons, and in some areas even reaches 5 tons. Production is stable, and with continued state support—both in agricultural machinery and financial access—we expect further growth.”

Later in the day, Chairman of the Parliament of Georgia Shalva Papuashvili joined Minister Songulashvili for a visit to a wheat and barley storage enterprise in Dedoplistskaro, where they discussed the progress of the Alobaba harvest with farmers.

The visit was also attended by Members of Parliament, Kakheti Region State Representative Giorgi Aladashvili, Director of the Rural Development Agency Giorgi Darchia, Ministry representatives, and members of local self-government.