“A good good name is a creator, almost like a dreamer, or maybe a seeker, and he loved this word like the sky, like water and earth, and a crust of bread” - these lines seem to really be about Ualikhan Malgazdarovich Sagalbekov . To protect, save, defend new forms of plants that he bred that did not exist in nature, varieties created by the intellect and intuition of a scientist - an amazing plan of the outstanding breeder of the republic, Doctor of Agriculture sciences , professor of the Department of Agriculture and Bioresources, academician of the International Academy of Science and Practice of Production Organization and the Academy of Agricultural Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan, one of the most famous and recognized scientists of Northern Kazakhstan. A true enthusiast, restless in the textbook sense of the word, scientific practitioner, inventive breeder Sagalbekov has developed many varieties of perennial forage crops that are resistant to our climatic conditions, often called the risky farming zone. His homeland is the ancestral village of Bolshoy Iskak , named after Iskak’s grandfather Sagalbekuly in the Shcherbakul district of the Omsk region. This blessed land of ancestors is known for the worthy sons of the Kazakh people. “ Sibkrai ” is how the steppe people once habitually called the original Kazakh lands of Western Siberia. The Kazakhs pronounced the word “ Sibkrai ” softer, and it sounded like “ Sebkrai ”. From here, from the blessed land, are the origins of prominent personalities of Kazakhstan: the first Kazakh leader of the Kazakh SSR was born here Zhumabay Shayakhmetov, Chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme Council of the Kazakh SSR Fazyl Karibzhanov , prominent statesman, Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan Zhanybek Karibzhanov , Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan Baltash Tursumbayev , Alash -Orda activist , writer, translator, linguist Koshmuhammed Kemengerov , Doctor of Philology, academician Seilbek Isaev, father and daughter Shabken Karbaevich and Ardak Shabkenovna Bekturovs . By the fall of 2022, on the 70th anniversary of Professor Ualikhan Malgazhdarovich Sagalbekov , at the university the scientist’s grateful followers are preparing a scientific and practical conference dedicated to his achievements and discoveries. When we met, the eminent scientist turned out to be an extremely modest person, whose true charm and charisma is manifested in the simplicity of communication. Colleagues, proud of the truly outstanding merits of their like-minded person, characterize the professor as a man of science who does not stop at obstacles when it comes to his favorite work and calling. “In practice, the development of a new variety in plant growing is considered to be a scientific achievement; a patent is issued for this discovery,” Ualikhan begins our conversation Malgazdarovich . I am glad that as a breeder-researcher I was able to develop dozens of highly productive special varieties of forage grasses, adapted to a wide variety of climatic and natural cultivation conditions based on genetic diversity. However, the problem is that not all types of feed crops are directly produced on our regional farms. The existing gap between science and production, breeding a variety and planting it in the fields of the region is upsetting. The weak link is seen in the lack of financing among ordinary agricultural producers, ordinary farms, simply put; peasants do not have the opportunity to purchase funds on credit. I would be glad to cooperate, which could potentially bring mutual tangible benefits, but, alas , unfortunately, in the regions of the region the program of assistance to agricultural producers is not being implemented and is not supported at the government level. Although it would be possible to revive a model model on the basis of an experimental production farm in the village of Shagalaly , where farmers would be taught. By the way, the university has its own educational facility: ideally, we should develop a new variety and immediately develop its technology in the field. The scientist spends whole days until sunset in the field, it is difficult to find him at home, and especially in the summer: he is sowing, now testing seedlings, now harvesting. In my opinion, the region’s agriculture could be more actively developed Our own innovative technologies for growing feed, created by us, are in no way inferior to foreign ones, because an advanced intelligent fertilizer application system is used in the fields of the region, and quite successfully, to combat pests of plants and forage crops. The intensive scientific circulation of a scientist cannot but amaze: Uali ¬Khan Malgazdarovich published over 900 scientific works, of which only thirty-five valuable and useful monographs (!?!), many recommendations, teaching aids. Imagine: scientist Sagalbekov received more than 30 patents for breeding achievements and 20 patents for inventions in agricultural technologies , copyright certificates for varieties and inventions in the selection and seed production of agricultural crops. The scientific works of the scientist today have real practical value, and even a simple listing of the telling titles of the works is evidence of the obvious relevance and demand for the research. “Melilot is a universal crop, “Selection of perennial grasses in Northern Kazakhstan”, “Determination of the productivity of natural forage lands in the north of Kazakhstan”, A guide for the intellectual ... As for any true scientist, awards for Ualikhan Malgazhdarovich are not of fundamental importance, and yet the medal “ Eren enbegi Ushin ", Honorary badge of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan "For merits in the development of science of the Republic of Kazakhstan", breastplate for a significant contribution to the development of the agro-industrial complex, seed production " Auyl " sharuashylygynyn Uzdigi ” once again undeniably confirms the hard work and perseverance in science of an enthusiastic scientist. Another fact characterizing the indisputability of Sagalbekov’s merits : the scientist twice in 2005 and 2008 became a laureate of the state scholarship of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan “For outstanding contribution to the development of science and technology of the Republic of Kazakhstan.” In the regional museum of history and local lore on the initiative of Kabyden Konkaev held the event “El men erdin zhemisi ,” note that it was Ualikhan Malgazhdarovich insisted on creating a section of the exhibition “ Kokshetau men Akmola XX Gasyrd ” in the hall of the history of Kazakhstan of the 20th century, dedicated to Ozibek Khasenov , a talented breeder scientist, creator of the unique alfalfa variety “ Kokshe ”. Only noble people are truly grateful: as a sign of gratitude to their teacher, Doctor of Agriculture Sciences , Professor Ualikhan Sagalbekov creates a new variety of alfalfa “In Memory of Khasenov ”. Imagine: in 2015, university scientists received 17 copyright certificates, five patents, and the owner of four of them was the Doctor of Agriculture Sciences Ualikhan Sagalbekov . Each scientific development patented by him represents innovative technologies for the development of forage lands. Created in collaboration with the inventor Osip Semenovich Troitsky, head of the patent science department that opened at the university , the sowing unit can significantly increase productivity. The specialists of the Esil SEC became seriously interested in this invention, and as a result, its industrial production was mastered. To create a forage base, the agricultural department of the Akmola region, under the leadership of Professor Sagalbekov, implemented the project “Introduction of innovative technology for cultivating new varieties of legume perennial grasses (alfalfa, sweet clover, etc.) for feed and seeds in the conditions of the Akmola region.” Like any major scientist, Ualikhan Malgazhdarovich Sagalbekov, among the many graduates, there are practicing scientists who are currently teaching at the university, leading active research activities, followers, innovators and reformers of agricultural sectors: Zhumabay Alenov, Maria Auzhanova , Marden Baydalin , Miras Suraganov . “With Ualihan I was lucky enough to meet Malgazhdarovich in 2009 at the defense of my thesis,” says Gulmira Ualieva is a friendly, attentive and incredibly simple, despite all her credentials, a sensitive, caring person. The professor, doctor of sciences, paid so much attention to me, giving me useful advice and recommendations that were valuable to me. Having entered the master's program on his advice and insistence, I was incredibly happy with Ualikhan's consent Malgazhdarovich to become my supervisor. We have done a lot over the years: we have created a gene pool of perennial grasses, developed effective innovative methods for alfalfa, sweet clover and other perennial forage grasses, developed varieties of alfalfa, sweet clover, and awnless brome that have a complex of valuable biological properties and economically valuable traits that are widespread in our region . In my opinion, this person not only can, but also should be put on a par with the brilliant biologists and breeders of the world. I won’t be mistaken if I name Ualikhan Malgazhdarovich "Kazakh Vavilov". The scientist’s scientific works are a kind of reference book, a theoretical basis and a practical guide for biologists and breeders, and his scientific developments and methods for creating complex hybrid synthetic populations are of not only theoretical but also practical value. The collection and creation of the gene pool of alfalfa and sweet clover, which includes valuable varieties and samples from Russia, America, and Eurasia, became a valuable source of breeding material. Thanks to Ualikhan Malgazdarovich, many talented scientists of our university, especially breeders, found their scientific path. A unique person. He clearly expresses the features of a real scientist and teacher. I never tire of admiring the Teacher’s kind and noble heart, the spiritual and physical energy of my beloved mentor, his wisdom and obsession with the work of life.” The whole life of a scientist is an experiment. But life is always a search for truth. Sometimes in spite of and contrary to circumstances, which are not always conducive to good. A fighter by nature, expert Sagalbekov rightly believes that the state program for the development of agriculture has not fully worked in Kazakhstan. Without scientific progress, without dynamics, movement forward, it will not be possible to lift the agricultural industry off its knees. The development of agricultural science begins the rise of the economy; figuratively speaking, science is the engine of economic growth. First and foremost is science, its discoveries, the possibility of using its achievements in production,” the professor is convinced. From 1993 to 1996, Sagalbekov was vice-rector for science at the Agricultural Institute. It was here that the intensive scientific activity of Uali ¬Khan unfolded. Malgazdarovich . It is interesting that it was the rector of the CSHI branch Bakyt Gazizovich Zhunusov, having once heard from the podium an unusually bold and efficient speech by a talented practitioner who was then working in Shagalaly , invited the scientist to work at the university. The first rector of KSU named after Sh. Ualikhanov , which united Agricultural Institute and Polytechnic , Abai Aitmukhambetov persuaded Ualikhanov Malgazhdarovich to the position of vice-rector for science at the newly organized regional university, where the scientist worked until 2007. “Needless to say, how difficult it was to work in the conditions of the unification of three different and hitherto independent teams,” says Ualikhan Malgazdarovich . It’s not easy to come to an agreement with scientists; everyone has their own ambitions, their own ideas about their role and place in science. I had the opportunity to open a scientific department at the university and a graduate school. By the way, the choice of who to appoint as the head of the graduate school clearly fell on the young talented graduate of Tomsk State University, now vice-rector for scientific work and interaction with the region, Aigul Doszhanovna Zhakupov . I am very glad that with my light hand I blessed the future doctor of philological sciences, professor for devoted service to Her Majesty science, having discerned rich creative potential in an extraordinary personality. Let me note that young people today are well-read and go into science purposefully, wanting to devote themselves entirely to serving science. Many of our master's students come from the village, having experienced the hardening of peasant labor in childhood and youth, and are taught to overcome challenges; this, by the way, is important for future achievements in science. The criterion of truth is practice, this cannot be taken away: I will hi- I have a narrow specialization, purely “livestock specialist”, “agronomist”, “machine operator”, “veterinarian”, “soil scientist” - this is how it is more reliable and more common to transfer knowledge. In the West, a farmer’s son goes to study to become a farmer, he has land, he has a farm... I think that it would be more useful for our students to combine two years of theory with two years of practice. Years of study at the Omsk Agricultural Institute, postgraduate studies and defense of candidate and then doctoral dissertations in the city on the Neva are some of the best gifts of fate, a return to the best human time - youth, when there is a special shining future ahead. I have grown attached to Kokshetau, the city is cozy, compact, green and comfortable for living and working, if my soul is attached to it.” Don't talk about work with Ualikhan Malgazhdarovich does not work out, our conversation again returns to the mainstream of practical research of a scientist-enthusiast. Perennial forage grasses are the basis for the sustainability and stability of agricultural production. Feed quality is fundamental to adaptation and sustainability of agriculture production to the global negative consequences of climate change. The experience of the arid zones of the Kyzylorda , Mangystau and Kostanay regions indicates that catastrophic challenges of nature can only be countered by a scientifically based strategy and tactics of the environmental management system. Perennial grasses are not only a source of highly nutritious, energy-rich food, they form an environment-forming soil-protective and soil-improving effect and are indispensable as a biological means of counteracting soil degradation. Kazakhstan has priceless natural wealth, huge potentially fertile areas for producing organic and environmentally friendly products. It would be a sin not to take advantage of the natural properties of fodder grasses in agricultural practice. In grassland farming, forage grasses are used in grass mixtures with an obligatory legume component, and the scientist’s research has confirmed that the productivity and efficiency of grass mixtures increases significantly when sweet clover is introduced into the components of the crop, especially on unproductive saline lands, which make up the majority of areas not introduced into arable land. We live in a world of words, where slogans and appeals sometimes mean more than a real honest deed. And it is gratifying to understand that there are and will be individuals for whom deeds and actions are more important than buzzy phrases, and the measure of human and professional worth, the moral guideline is invariably and true serves the creative benefit of good deeds created with one’s own hands, mind, intellect, will and energy in the name of the people’s well-being.
