Novokubansky District is an administrative district (raion), one of the thirty-eight in Krasnodar Krai, Russia. As a municipal division, it is incorporated as Novokubansky Municipal District. It is located in the east of the krai. The area of the district is 1823 km2. Its administrative center is the town of Novokubansk. Population: The population of Novokubansk accounts for 40.4% of the district's total population.

Geography

The Kuban River flows through the district.

Climate

The district is vulnerable to extended drought conditions. Average annual precipitation is 551 mm.

Economy

The district has very fertile soil, so the agriculture and food industry are developed. Farmlands cover 1370 km2, or 75% of the district's territory.

Transportation

Major federal roads and railway pass through the district, playing a substantial role in its economy and life of local communities.

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