Ukraine may lack storage facilities for over 9 million tons of grain by October

By October, Ukraine may face a shortage of storage capacity for the harvest, which could leave more than 9 million tons of grain without proper storage conditions.

This is stated in the material of the European External Action Service (EEAS).

The EU associates the risk with Russian attacks on Ukrainian ports, shipping routes and agricultural infrastructure. Against the background of these attacks, grain exports from Ukraine have decreased by about half compared to last year.

Due to the slowdown in exports, grain is accumulating inside the country precisely during the harvest of the new crop. The EEAS warns that by October the available storage capacity may be exhausted.

In turn, this creates the risk of losing part of the crop and worsening the financial situation of farmers who need funds for the next sowing campaign. The consequences of problems with storage and exports may affect food supplies in 2027.

The EEAS emphasizes that about 90% of Ukrainian agricultural exports traditionally pass through the Black Sea. Alternative “solidarity corridors” through EU countries help maintain supplies, but cannot completely replace sea routes.

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