In January–February 2026, Ukraine exported 2.2 thousand tons of frozen beef, which is 18.5% less compared to the same period last year.
However, exports over the two months of this year generated 3% more revenue than in January–February 2025: $10.4 million.
The main buyers of Ukrainian frozen beef during the first two months of 2026 were Azerbaijan (38%), Uzbekistan (26%), and China (10.2%).
Read MoreAs of March 30 in the 2025/26 MY, Ukraine exported 25 million 859 thousand tons of grains and legumes, which is 6 million 691 thousand tons or 20.5% less than last year.
Exports of Ukrainian wheat amount to 9 million 941 thousand tons, which is 3 million 59 thousand tons or 23.5% less than last year.
Barley exports amount to 1 million 404 thousand tons – 36.4% less compared to the same period last year. In...
Read MoreIn 2025, Ukraine imported 725 thousand tons of fruit, indicating an increase compared to 2024 (690 thousand tons). The value of imports in 2025 amounted to $922.6 million, while in 2024 it was $804.6 million.
Dynamics of fruit imports
Read MoreFollowing the results of the last harvest season, Ukraine became the leader in Europe in exports of frozen raspberries. The country surpassed traditional competitors – Poland and Serbia.
The key advantage of Ukrainian producers remains the lower production cost compared to European countries. Despite complex logistics and periodic border blockades, Ukrainian exporters managed to adapt and diversify supply routes.
Read MoreIn January–February 2026, Ukraine exported 2.5 thousand tons of whey, which is 16.7% less than in the same period last year.
However, in monetary terms, exports increased by 3.7% compared to the first two months of 2025, reaching $2.8 million.
The most active buyers of Ukrainian whey in January–February this year were Poland (35.5%), China (24.9%), and Jordan (13.4%).
Read MoreSunflower oil production in the 2025/26 MY is expected at 4.6 million tons, which is 10% lower than the previous season (5.1 million tons).
Exports of this product will decrease by 6.4% and amount to 4.4 million tons.
At the same time, there is no decrease in foreign exchange earnings from sunflower oil exports; on the contrary, there is growth compared to the previous MY, which is explained by rising prices for...
Read MoreUkraine and the Philippines have identified steps to open markets and develop trade. This was reported by the State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection following the visit of the agency’s head, Serhii Tkachuk, to the Republic of the Philippines.
Read MoreLivestock enterprises in Ukraine reduced beef production in 2026. Thus, in January–February 2026, the volume of cattle slaughter at enterprises amounted to 20.86 thousand tons.
This volume is 1.16 thousand tons, or 5.3% lower compared to the same period last year.
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Read MoreAs of March this year, 14 new export markets have been opened for Ukrainian food products. Since 2022, a total of 89 new markets have been opened for food products from Ukraine.
The geography of markets has changed: more Asia, more Africa, and diversification instead of dependence on individual markets.
The key products exported by Ukraine include poultry meat, eggs and egg products, as well as honey, grains,...
Read MoreUkrainian farmers lost about $200 million over six months due to the introduction of export duties on soybeans and rapeseed.
Farmers underreceived about $130 million due to lower domestic prices – they had to sell products at 7% below global levels. Small and medium-sized producers were particularly affected, as they cannot export products independently and work through intermediaries.
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