Kazakhstan: Public council for Ile-Alatau National Park ecotourism development established

The first meeting of the public council on the development of ecotourism of the Ile-Alatau National Park was held in Almaty. The public council consists of 19 members including representatives of tourism organizations, scientists, athletes, businessmen, eco-activists and public figures. The meeting was opened by Yerlan Nysanbayev, Deputy Minister for Ecology, Geology and Natural Resources.…

Georgia: rich hazelnut harvest expected

Hazelnut harvest will exceed 50,000 tons in Georgia, the Hazelnut Growers Association has reported. More than 90% of the harvest will be exported, and the key markets will be Italy and Germany. The association noted rapid development of the sector over the past few years. If the climatic conditions and amount of pests remain stable,…