There is currently no timeline for the resumption of full-fledged exports through ports, — Vysotskyi

The Ministry of Agriculture outlined the main tasks for 2027 – to preserve farms, jobs and the ability to continue production.

This was announced by the Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine Taras Vysotskyi during the All-Ukrainian Farmers’ Congress “Agricultural Sector 2026–2027: Survival Strategy”.

According to him, the situation in the agricultural sector remains difficult. Limited exports, expensive logistics, increased production costs and credit burden are forcing farmers to reconsider their plans.

“Currently, there are no confirmed deadlines for the resumption of full-fledged exports through the Black Sea ports. Therefore, the Ministry is working on various scenarios, in particular, the possibility of maintaining restrictions until the beginning of the new marketing year – July 1, 2027,” the minister emphasized.

In such conditions, it is important for farmers to calculate the economy of the next season now, assess sales opportunities and, if necessary, revise the crop structure.

In particular, during the farmers’ congress, the development of an interest-free lending program for farms, restructuring and extending the repayment terms of existing loans was discussed.

The Ministry of Agriculture also continues to work with international partners on possible mechanisms to support farmers.

“We talked separately about European integration. Our position is unchanged: the transition to European standards should be gradual and take into account the real capabilities of Ukrainian producers. Where new requirements will require additional costs, it is necessary to provide for support or transitional periods,” Taras Vysotskyi emphasized.

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