Oman Considers External Grain Reserves

The article discusses a Kazakh initiative aimed at establishing a grain center and a strategic reserve within Kazakhstan to meet the needs of the Sultanate of Oman, instead of relying on direct shipments from the producing country. The proposal involves storing quantities of grains domestically in Kazakhstan, with the possibility of entering into long-term contracts to export between 200,000 and 500,000 tons of grains annually to Oman. It seeks to enhance food security and diversify supply sources. Additionally, the initiative promotes the development of logistical cooperation by utilizing Omani ports to expand access for agricultural exports to new markets. It emphasizes the importance of building sustainable supply chains for food security between the two countries. This comes within the context of Sultanate of Oman’s efforts to boost its grain reserves, which reached approximately 261,000 tons in June 2026, with a plan to increase storage capacity to 650,000 tons over the next two years, ensuring a stable supply of various types of grains—especially during market disruptions and high shipping costs.