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THE ROLE OF GROUNDWATER-BASED PASTURE IRRIGATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSHUMANT LIVESTOCK FARMING IN THE ZHAMBYL REGION

Aliya Toktar 1 , Assel Nurgazieva 1 , Issa Rakhmetov 1

1 Institute of Hydrogeology and Geoecology named after U.M.Ahmedsafin

doi.org/10.37884/3-2025/40 pp. 420-428 Admitted 11.07.2025 Published 30.09.2025

Abstract

In the arid climate of southern Kazakhstan, the development of pasture-based livestock farming is directly dependent on the availability of reliable water supply. Compared to surface water, groundwater serves as a more sustainable and dependable source, playing a crucial role in meeting the drinking water needs of both livestock and support personnel.

This article presents the results of hydrogeological investigations conducted in the Zhambyl Region, aimed at assessing the condition and potential of groundwater resources in the context of pasture irrigation. The study includes analysis of groundwater quality, mineralization, and discharge in various geological settings such as piedmont plains, sandy massifs, and intermountain depressions. Fieldwork included sampling from operational wells, mapping of water access points, and evaluation of infrastructure wear.

The findings reveal substantial reserves of fresh and slightly saline groundwater suitable for livestock needs. However, the water supply infrastructure has critically degraded—most wells require reconstruction, and the level of mechanization remains low. The article proposes targeted measures for the restoration and modernization of the pasture irrigation system based on current data, including the adoption of innovative technologies and strengthening of inter-agency coordination. The study justifies the urgent need for rehabilitating water intake facilities and applying modern groundwater management approaches to ensure the sustainable development of pasture-based livestock farming.

pastures groundwater irrigation Zhambyl Region hydrogeology water supply livestock farming water intake infrastructure

01 Introduction

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[1]2025. THE ROLE OF GROUNDWATER-BASED PASTURE IRRIGATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSHUMANT LIVESTOCK FARMING IN THE ZHAMBYL REGION. Izdenister natigeler. 3 (107) (Sep. 2025), 420–428. DOI:https://doi.org/10.37884/3-2025/40.
(1)THE ROLE OF GROUNDWATER-BASED PASTURE IRRIGATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSHUMANT LIVESTOCK FARMING IN THE ZHAMBYL REGION. Izdenister natigeler 2025, No. 3 (107), 420-428. https://doi.org/10.37884/3-2025/40.
THE ROLE OF GROUNDWATER-BASED PASTURE IRRIGATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSHUMANT LIVESTOCK FARMING IN THE ZHAMBYL REGION. (2025). Izdenister Natigeler, 3 (107), 420-428. https://doi.org/10.37884/3-2025/40
THE ROLE OF GROUNDWATER-BASED PASTURE IRRIGATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSHUMANT LIVESTOCK FARMING IN THE ZHAMBYL REGION. Izdenister natigeler, [S. l.], n. 3 (107), p. 420–428, 2025. DOI: 10.37884/3-2025/40. Disponível em: https://agrosoil.kaznaru.edu.kz/index.php/research/article/view/972. Acesso em: 15 sep. 2026.
“THE ROLE OF GROUNDWATER-BASED PASTURE IRRIGATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSHUMANT LIVESTOCK FARMING IN THE ZHAMBYL REGION”. 2025. Izdenister Natigeler, no. 3 (107) (September): 420-28. https://doi.org/10.37884/3-2025/40.
“THE ROLE OF GROUNDWATER-BASED PASTURE IRRIGATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSHUMANT LIVESTOCK FARMING IN THE ZHAMBYL REGION” (2025) Izdenister natigeler, (3 (107), pp. 420–428. doi:10.37884/3-2025/40.
[1]“THE ROLE OF GROUNDWATER-BASED PASTURE IRRIGATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSHUMANT LIVESTOCK FARMING IN THE ZHAMBYL REGION”, Izdenister natigeler, no. 3 (107), pp. 420–428, Sep. 2025, doi: 10.37884/3-2025/40.
“THE ROLE OF GROUNDWATER-BASED PASTURE IRRIGATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSHUMANT LIVESTOCK FARMING IN THE ZHAMBYL REGION”. Izdenister Natigeler, no. 3 (107), Sept. 2025, pp. 420-8, https://doi.org/10.37884/3-2025/40.
“THE ROLE OF GROUNDWATER-BASED PASTURE IRRIGATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSHUMANT LIVESTOCK FARMING IN THE ZHAMBYL REGION”. Izdenister natigeler, no. 3 (107) (September 30, 2025): 420–428. Accessed September 15, 2026. https://agrosoil.kaznaru.edu.kz/index.php/research/article/view/972.
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1.THE ROLE OF GROUNDWATER-BASED PASTURE IRRIGATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRANSHUMANT LIVESTOCK FARMING IN THE ZHAMBYL REGION. Izdenister natigeler. 2025;(3 (107):420-428. doi:10.37884/3-2025/40