STATE SUPPORT FOR FISHERY INDUSTRY OF THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN
The role of the development of fisheries in Kazakhstan, its condition, problems and prospects are shown. Studies show that it is of great importance for the republic, since fish meat is in great demand in the country and abroad. 3 million ha are used by fishery farms; fishery products are good for human health and have a sufficient income. The need for government support for the fishery industry is noted. Fishermen are limited to catch fish from natural water sources, this reduces its stocks. The authors state that one of the ways to protect the environment and produce the main types of fish products is the development of aquaculture. The problems of the fishery complex were identified: some lakes are being depleted, the water area is decreasing; lack of aquaculture specialists. State grants for an ichthyological specialty are allocated annually, however, young specialists do not seek to work in enterprises related to fish farming (rearing), or do not have the appropriate qualifications. It is shown that this sector turned out to be the most susceptible to the negative consequences of various factors of instability of the external and internal environment. Therefore, the relevance of assessing the prospects for the expansion of area of aquaculture in Kazakhstan is not in doubt. The necessity of resolving issues related to improving the investment attractiveness of domestic aquaculture, improving the regulatory framework, introducing new technologies is considered.