In May, there was an increase in the volume of agro-exports by road transport at all borders. The total export volume increased by 10.5% compared to April, reaching 324,200 tons.
The largest growth in agro-product shipments for the month was observed at the Moldovan and Romanian borders, where exports increased by 22.5% and 13%, to 56,500 tons and 80,500 tons, respectively.
Read MoreActivity in the Black Sea maritime transport market remains low. Export volumes from Ukraine are gradually decreasing, and the surplus of available tonnage is creating additional pressure on the market.
Despite this, freight rates remain stable: $17–19 per ton to Spain and $16–17 per ton to Italy.
Market transport rates from river ports:
Read MoreFollowing the occupation of parts of southern Ukraine, watermelon cultivation areas in the country have recovered. Central and eastern regions have emerged as new leaders in production.
Before Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukraine exported significant volumes of melons to the EU. In 2020, exports reached nearly 36,000 tons of watermelons and melons, setting a record for melon crop exports.
Read MoreIn the first four months of 2025, Ukraine received only $700 million in direct foreign investments.
This is nearly four times less than in the same period of 2024, when inflows reached $2.4 billion.
The primary reason for this decline is changes in currency regulations. Last year, the National Bank of Ukraine allowed companies to repatriate foreign currency to service external debts and pay dividends accrued...
Read MoreHamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) is acquiring a 60% stake in LLC Intermodal Terminal Eurobridge in Batiovo, Western Ukraine.
The terminal will operate under the name “HHLA Eurobridge Batiovo” as a joint venture between HHLA International GmbH and the Ukrainian investment company Fortior Capital LLC.
HHLA will acquire a controlling stake and continue developing the terminal alongside its railway subsidiary...
Read MoreThe European Commission (EC) has published official quota volumes for the supply of Ukrainian agricultural products to the EU following the expiration of Autonomous Trade Measures (ATM).
The new quotas will be effective from June 6 until the end of 2025 under the Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA) Agreement.
Read MoreThe average price of Ukrainian exported agricultural products in May reached $432.7 per ton, a 37% increase compared to the same period last year. In May 2024, this figure was $315 per ton.
The total value of agro-exports for the reported month amounted to $2.029 billion, with 4.69 million tons of products shipped.
Top 5 importing countries of Ukrainian agricultural products in May by value:
Read MoreThe European Investment Fund (EIF) and the Danish Export Credit Agency EIFO have signed the first agreement under the European Union’s export credit guarantee program for Ukraine. This initiative aims to support European companies operating with Ukraine and strengthen Ukraine’s economic integration with the EU.
Read MoreThe EU Council has prolonged the favorable trade regime with Ukraine for iron and steel products beyond June 6, 2025. This decision aims to support the Ukrainian economy, which is suffering significant losses due to Russia’s armed aggression.
Read MoreDemand for blueberries in the UK is shifting from traditional suppliers toward Eastern Europe due to a failed Spanish season. Poland has stabilized production despite May frosts, while Ukrainian berries are complementing the market.
Read More