Agricultural exports in September reached 44% of potential compared to 30% in August, — Ministry of Agriculture
23.09.2026 - 11:49
Alternative routes are yielding results, but for some products, high transportation costs make exports unprofitable.
Ukrainian agricultural producers significantly increased their export rates in September compared to August, but the prolonged restriction of seaport operations remains one of the main economic risks for the industry. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture.
“In the first 20 days of September, the volume of agricultural exports amounted to 44% of the potential volume, taking into account current production. In August, this figure was at about 30%. The situation in September is better than in August, but it remains difficult. Business, together with the state, is increasing the capabilities of alternative logistics, and these measures are already yielding results,” noted Minister of Agricultural Policy Taras Vysotsky.
According to him, even under current conditions, alternative routes can ensure the export of at least half of the required volume. However, the capabilities of such routes are limited not only physically, but also economically – for some products, the high cost of transportation makes exports unprofitable.
“Our primary task remains unchanged – the restoration of full-fledged exports through the ports of Greater Odessa and the simultaneous development of alternative routes. This is necessary to minimize economic losses in the agricultural sector,” Taras Vysotsky emphasized.
At the same time, food security within the country remains stable. About 25–30% of grown products are directed to domestic consumption, while about 70% are traditionally focused on export.
“There will be no shortage of products or hunger. There is no reason for this. Even in difficult conditions, the agricultural sector will continue to function,” Vysotsky emphasized.
As USM wrote the day before, overall grain exports from Ukraine have decreased by 22% since the beginning of the season.
