Mongolia is boosting its vegetable storage capacity to meet growing consumption and support local farmers. Currently, the country has 5,989 cellars and warehouses for potatoes and vegetables, totaling 305,000 tons. However, this falls short by about 170,000 tons compared to national needs and harvest volumes. Therefore, expanding vegetable storage capacity is crucial to reduce post-harvest losses and stabilize supply.
The Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry (MOFALI) reported that storage capacity increased by 33,000 tons between 2023 and 2024. This development aligns with the State Great Khural’s Resolution on Ensuring Food Supply and Security. As a result, the initiative demonstrates Mongolia’s commitment to strengthening food security while supporting the agricultural sector.
For 2025, the government has allocated MNT 13.5 billion to construct standardized storage facilities across seven soums in Selenge aimag. Specifically, the targeted locations include Orkhon, Mandal, Bayangol, Shaamar, Khushaat, Javkhlant, and Zuunburen. Each facility will have capacities of 200 to 500 tons, designed uniformly to optimize construction costs and operational efficiency.
Once completed, the new warehouses will add 2,800 tons of modern, mechanized cold storage capacity. Consequently, this expansion allows vegetable farmers to store produce year-round and sell it regardless of seasonal fluctuations. In addition, the facilities will facilitate improved storage, sorting, packaging, and value-added processing, thereby boosting the overall agricultural value chain.
Officials emphasized that increasing vegetable storage capacity directly benefits farmers by reducing spoilage and stabilizing prices. Moreover, experts noted that modern cold storage infrastructure encourages investment in farming and can expand export potential. Furthermore, improved storage capacity strengthens Mongolia’s resilience to food supply disruptions caused by weather or logistical challenges.
The government plans to monitor warehouse utilization and provide technical support to operators. In addition, authorities aim to replicate successful models in other regions, gradually closing the gap between storage capacity and national vegetable demand. Through these steps, Mongolia expects long-term improvements in food security, market stability, and agricultural efficiency.
In conclusion, expanding vegetable storage capacity represents a critical step toward securing Mongolia’s food supply. With modern infrastructure, farmers gain better access to markets, and the nation strengthens its resilience to seasonal and market pressures.
