On June 6, 2026, Doctor of Agricultural Sciences, Professor, and Academician Zhamin Akimaliev passed away. The scientist made a significant contribution to the development of the country's agricultural science and culture and also held high government positions.
Farewell Details
According to Kaktus.media, the farewell to the scientist will take place on November 8 at 10:00. The event will be held in Bishkek at the T. Abdumomunov Kyrgyz National Academic Drama Theater.
Scientific and Public Career
Zhamin Akimaliev dedicated decades to research in crop production, seed production, irrigated farming, and soil protection. Throughout his career, he rose from an agronomist to Deputy Minister of Agriculture and head of the Kyrgyz branch of the V. I. Lenin All-Union Academy of Agricultural Sciences.
In addition to his scientific activities, Akimaliev was known as a composer and singer. He headed the K. I. Skryabin Kyrgyz Agrarian Academy from 1996 to 2001.
Context
Zhamin Akimaliev was born on May 5, 1936, in the village of Ugut, Ak-Tala district, Naryn region. He graduated from the K. I. Skryabin Kyrgyz Agricultural Institute in 1956.
