OREANDA-NEWS. September 14, 2009. Cocoon processing enterprise Surkhon-Termiz-Silk opened in Termez.

The company, which has a capacity to process 400 tons of cocoons per year, produces silk thread.

The enterprise employing 250 people plans exporting produce worth USD 2 million every year.

According to Tura Bobolov, head of Surkhandarya regional department of the Commerce and industry chamber of Uzbekistan, in 2009 more than 20 enterprises were launched in the region.

Besides, about 10 small enterprises are currently being created in the villages, which will process meat and milk.