Published on 15 June 2026

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Silk production in Georgia goes back to the 5th century

29 July 2026

From Agriculture to Culture (Part 2)

For centuries, silk provided income for rural families across Georgia. Today, after decades of decline, a small but determined group of women is breathing new life into this tradition. One of them is Christine Longishvili, who has transformed her family silk-making heritage into a creative business.

Nunu helping a silk producer with rearing silk worms

29 July 2026

Weaving a future: Reviving Georgia's Silk Tradition (Part 1)

For centuries, silk provided income for rural families across Georgia. After 25 years of stagnation, a small but determined group of women is working to bring it back. At the centre of this effort is Nunu Nakhutsrishvili and her lifelong commitment to the revival of the silk industry.

NAITS is designed to record the origin and health status of animals, particularly those on the move.

23 June 2026

NAITS is Transforming Georgia’s Livestock Sector

Georgia has significantly modernized its livestock sector through the NAITS. By digitally recording animals, their movements and veterinary interventions, the system operated by the National Food Agency strengthens food safety, improves disease control, and helps farmers meet international standards.

15 June 2026

Reviving Georgian Tea in Guria

Once among the world’s leading tea producers, Georgia is now witnessing a quiet revival of this tradition. At the heart of this movement is a new generation of entrepreneurs determined to bring Georgian tea back to life.

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