Over the past 5 years, Ukraine has increased its export of agricultural crop seeds, including grains and oilseeds, by sixfold while simultaneously reducing their import volumes.
During this period, seed exports reached $122.0 million.
Read MoreIn January-February 2025, Ukraine imported 6.1 thousand tons of cheese, a 19.6% increase compared to the first two months of 2024. The cost of cheese imports reached $36 million, a 18.8% increase from January-February 2024. Cheeses were primarily imported to Ukraine from Poland (50.2%), the Netherlands (8.4%), and Italy (8%).
Read MoreThe European Commissioner for Agriculture said that the EU expects a reduction in imports of agricultural products from Ukraine after reviewing the terms of trade. Brussels is seeking to “find a new deal” for trade with Ukraine before the current measures for its partial liberalization expire in June. EU countries do not support the continuation of the current terms of trade with Ukraine because they have “caused problems, especially in some member states.”
Read MoreThe total volume of foreign trade in dairy products in February 2025 reached $45.6 million, an 8.5% increase compared to January 2025 ($42.0 million), but 16.4% lower than in December 2024 ($54.5 million). Dairy product export volumes in February 2025 reached $24.2 million and increased by 25% compared to January 2025 ($19.3 million) and by 51% compared to December 2024. The value structure of exports was formed as follows: 36% milk and condensed cream, 30% butter, 20% cheese.
Read MoreIn March 2025, Ukraine exported 5.4 million tons of agricultural products, a 9.8% increase compared to February.Growth compared to the previous month was observed across all product groups, with the most significant increase seen in processed oilseed products, specifically press cake and oil, with export volumes increasing by 42% and 29%, respectively. In March, Ukraine exported 3.6 million tons of grains (with corn accounting for 66%, wheat 31%, and barley 2%), which is 5% more than in February 2025.
Read MoreThe export of Ukrainian scrap metal continues to grow, despite the existing shortage of raw materials in the domestic market. Previously, Turkey was the main export destination, but since 2023, Polish companies have taken the lead.
Read MoreThe export of walnuts from Ukraine has been stopped since February 2025 due to actions by the State Tax Service. On December 1, 2024, the Export security regime was introduced for a range of goods. Official walnut exporters supported this initiative, as it allowed to identify as exporters only official exporters who pay taxes and are interested in building market pricing mechanisms, preventing undervaluation of customs value and shadow exports.
Read MoreThe most influential event in the Ukrainian agricultural market, the international conference Grain Ukraine 2025, will take place on May 29-30, 2025. This year’s main theme is “In search of new marginality.” The event is particularly special this year as it marks the 10th anniversary of its founding.
Key topics for this year include:
Read MoreThe opening of the international crossing “Velyka Palad – Nagyhodos” is scheduled for April 8 with the participation of high-ranking officials from Ukraine and Hungary.
The operation of this checkpoint will enhance cross-border and cultural ties, and overall, it will effectively contribute to Ukraine’s European integration.
Read MoreIn March, Ukraine exported goods worth more than $3.6 billion, which is 4.5% more than in March last year and 18% more than in February this year. According to preliminary data, in the first quarter of 2025, exports of goods reached almost $9.9 billion. This was announced by Taras Kachka, Deputy Minister of Economy and Trade Representative of Ukraine.
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