Smanalieva, J., Iskakova, J., Shaikieva, N., Foerster, A., Hellwig, A., & Henle, T. (2026). Nutritional Composition, Amino Acid, Fatty Acid Profiles and Total Polyphenols of Sweet Apricot Kernels. International Journal of Food Science, 2026(1), 4555989. https://doi.org/10.1155/ijfo/4555989

Smanalieva, J., Iskakova, J., Shaikieva, N., Foerster, A., Hellwig, A., Schwarzenbolz, U., & Henle, T. (2026). Comparative Analysis of the Nutrient Composition and Polyphenol Content of Organic and Sulphured Dried Apricots From Central Asia. International Journal of Food Science, 2026(1), 7273055 https://doi.org/10.1155/ijfo/7273055

Smanalieva, J., Tynarbekova, M., Novoslavskij, A., Liaudanskas, M., Žvikas, V., Beranek, D., … & Henle, T. (2026). Effect of hot-water and citric acid blanching on nutritional, phenolic composition and microbiological quality of hot-air and freeze-dried “Chuyskaya krasavitsa” plums. Discover Food, 6(1), 296. https://doi.org/10.1007/s44187-026-01146-x

Tynarbekova, M., Smanalieva, J., Novoslavskij, A., Liaudanskas, M., Žvikas, V., Jakštas, V., & Henle, T. (2025). Effects of pre-treatment methods on the physical properties, phenolic composition, antioxidant capacity in vitro, and microbiological safety indicators of dried apricot (Prunus Armeniaca L.). Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization, 1-11. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11694-025-03588-w

Smanalieva, J. (2025). Innovations in food production. Bulletin of the Kyrgyz National Agrarian University, 2(23), 73-83. https://doi.org/10.63621/bknau./2.2025.73

Dobariya, B., Bockmühl, D. P. (2026). Comparative Analysis of Microbial Communities on Apricot Kernel Shells and Walnut Shells Influenced by Postharvest Conditions. Journal of Food Quality, 6126688. https://doi.org/10.1155/jfq/6126688

Dobariya, B., Fazlikhani, G., Delsing, M.E., Beinio, R., Bockmühl, D.P. (2026). Risk-Based Assessment of Cosmetic Preservation Using Raw-Material-Associated Microorganisms in an Adapted EN ISO 11930 Challenge Test. Cosmetics, 13, 168. https://doi.org/10.3390/cosmetics13040168

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Reiser D, Anderseck J (2025): The expectations of tourists and hosts about food tourism in Central Asia. International Conference on ‘Sustainable Tourism Development in Uncertain Times‘ Conference, 7-8 April, Lalitpur, Nepal.



Smanalieva J., Tynarbekova M., Novoslavskij A., Liaudanskas M., Zvikas V., Henle T. (2026): Effects of Blanching on the Nutritional, Antioxidant and Microbiological Quality of Dried Plums. GDL Congress of Food Technology 2026

Dresden, 24–26 September 2026.

Tynarbekova, M., Smanalieva J., Henle, T. (2026): Potential for Apricot Farming and Processing in Central Asia. Tropentag 2026: Towards multi-functional agro-ecosystems promoting climate-resilient futures · 16–18 September 2026

Begimkulov E., Darr D. (2025): Do SME food processors in Central Asia with certification perform better than those without certification? A case study. 6^th International Multidisciplinary Conference for Young Researchers. October 9-10, 2025, Prague, Czech Republic

Begimkulov E., Darr D. (2025): Traditional and modern consumption patterns of dried fruits and nuts in Central Asia: A cross-country analysis. Tropentag – Reconciling land system changes with planetary health, 10-12 September, Bonn, Germany

Begimkulov E., Darr D. (2025): Do SME food processors in Central Asia with certification perform better than those without certification? A case study. Tropentag – Reconciling land system changes with planetary health, 10-12 September, Bonn, Germany

Begimkulov E., Darr D. (2025): Credence attributes and consumer willingness to pay: A cross-country analysis of dried fruits and nuts markets in Central Asia. Tropentag – Reconciling land system changes with planetary health, 10-12 September, Bonn, Germany

Schierning P, Gebauer J, Wichern F (2025): Diverse Agroforestry Systems of Central Asia: Exploring the Traditional Practices. 6^th World Congress on Agroforestry, 20-24 October, Kigali, Rwanda

Drebes F, Schierning P, van Bruggen, J, Graw V (2025): Remote Sensing-Based Assessment of Agroforestry Systems and Monocultures in Batken, Kyrgyzstan – Detecting Drought Stress and Water Availability. 6^th World Congress on Agroforestry, 20-24 October, Kigali, Rwanda

Schierning P, Gebauer J, Wichern F (2025): Understanding Agroforestry Management for Sustainable Nut and Fruit Production – a Case Study from Kyrgyzstan. 6^th World Congress on Agroforestry, 20-24 October, Kigali, Rwanda

Sofiullah Md, van Bruggen, J. Darr D (2025): Socio-economic assessment of existing forest and agroforestry production systems for walnut and apricot production in Kyrgyzstan – A field study using Monte-Carlo simulation analysis. 11th Annual Life in Kyrgyzstan Conference, 10-11 October, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Sofiullah Md, van Bruggen J, Darr D (2025): Can Agroforestry Sustain Farm Profitability Under Climate Shocks in Uzbekistan? Tropentag – Reconciling land system changes with planetary health, 10-12 September, Bonn, Germany

Sofiullah Md, van Bruggen J, Darr D (2025) Socio-economic assessments of existing agroforestry production systems in Uzbekistan. Tropentag – Reconciling land system changes with planetary health, 10-12 September, Bonn, Germany

Schierning P, Sofiullah Md, et al. (2025): Workshop “Roots to Regions: Tracking Agroforestry for Scaling Up”. Tropentag – Reconciling land system changes with planetary health, 10-12 September, Bonn, Germany

Sofiullah Md, van Bruggen J, Darr D (2025): Impact of Climate Risks on Farm Profitability in Fruit and Nut Agroforestry Systems in Kyrgyzstan. IAMO Forum 2025: Rural Roots and Routes, 18-20 June, Halle, Germany

Begimkulov E, Darr D (2025): Analyzing the Impact of Consumer Characteristics on Preferences and Willingness to Pay for Dried Fruits and Nuts in Central Asia. LatiNet Environmental Conference 2025, 17-21 February, Kamp-Lintfort, Germany

Dobariya B, Bockmühl D (2025): Utilization of nut and fruit processing byproducts for sustainable cosmetic formulations. LatiNet Environmental Conference 2025, 17-21 February, Kamp-Lintfort, Germany

Drebes F (2025): Detection and Evaluation of Agroforestry Systems and Monocultures in the Northern Batken Region (Kyrgyzstan) – Remote Sensing-Based Analysis of Water Availability and Drought Stress. LatiNet Environmental Conference 2025, 17-21 February, Kamp-Lintfort, Germany

Schierning P, Wichern F (2025): Agroforestry in Central Asia: An Example of (Sustainable?) Apricot Farming from Kyrgyzstan. LatiNet Environmental Conference 2025, 17-21 February, Kamp-Lintfort, Germany

Sofiullah Md, Darr D (2025): Socio-economic assessment of existing forest and agroforestry production systems for walnut and apricot production in Kyrgyzstan – A field study using Monte-Carlo simulation analysis. LatiNet Environmental Conference 2025, 17-21 February, Kamp-Lintfort, Germany

Dobariya B & Bockmühl D (2024): Utilisation of nut and fruit processing by products for sustainable cosmetic formulations: A pathway to microplastic-free beauty products. Tropentag 2024, 11^th-13^th September 2024, Vienna, Austria
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Begimkulov E & Darr D (2024): Consumer Preferences and Willingness to Pay for Certified Dried Fruits and Nuts in Central Asia. Tropentag 2024, 11^th-13^th September 2024, Vienna, Austria
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van Bruggen J & Omorova G (2024): Adaptive capacity of apricot farming communities in response to changing water availability in Kyrgyzstan. Tropentag 2024, 11^th-13^th September 2024, Vienna, Austria
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Schierning et al. (2024): Agroforestry as a Resilient Land Use Strategy in Central Asia – Exploring Sustainable Management of Apricot Orchards in Kyrgyzstan. 26^th IUFRO World Congress, 23^rd-29^th June 2024, Stockholm, Sweden

van Bruggen & Herrmann (2024): Sustainable Agroforestry Value Chains in Central Asia. Client II Wrap-Up Conference Central Asia, 22^nd June 2024, Almaty, Kazakhstan

van Bruggen & Schierning (2024): Sustainable agroforestry value chains for climate change adaptation in Central Asia. GEWEX Workshop, 29^th April – 1^st May 2024, Osh, Kyrgyzstan

Dzhakypbekova & Darr (2023): Contribution of NTFP certification to smallholder forest livelihoods: A case from Kyzyl-Unkur village in walnut-fruit forests in Kyrgyzstan. Tropentag 2023, 20^th-22^nd September 2023, Berlin, Germany

van Bruggen J & Omorova G (2024): Adaptive capacity of apricot farming communities in response to changes in climate and water availability in Batken Oblast, Kyrgyzstan. Life in Kyrgyzstan Conference 2024, 9^th -11^th October 2024, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Begimkulov E & Darr D (2024): Do SME food processors in Central Asia with certification perform better than those without certification? Case Study. Life in Kyrgyzstan Conference 2024, 9^th -11^th October 2024, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Sofiullah Md & Darr D (2024): Socio -economic assessment of existing forest and agroforestry production systems for walnut and apricot production in Kyrgyzstan – A field study using Monte-Carlo simulation analysis. Life in Kyrgyzstan Conference 2024, 9^th -11^th October 2024, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

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Workshop Feasibility Study for Agroforestry Carbon Sequestration Project in Kyrgyzstan – 6 February 2025

Successful Webinar: Sustainable AG presented feasibility study for an agroforestry carbon
sequestration project in Kyrgyzstan