Sunflower processing in the EU has fallen to a 9-year low
Main points In 2025, sunflower processing in the EU fell to 7.4 million tons, the lowest level in 9 years. The reduction in processing volumes is explained by a decrease
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Agri News: The Pulse of Ukraine’s Agricultural Sector and Global Food Security
Agriculture remains a cornerstone of the Ukrainian economy and a vital component of the global supply chain. In the Agri News section of News Ukraine, we provide dedicated coverage of the farming industry, commodity markets, and the technological innovations driving the sector forward in 2026. As Ukraine continues to feed millions worldwide, we track the challenges and triumphs of our agricultural producers.
Cultivation, Harvest, and Market Dynamics
Our reporting covers the entire lifecycle of the agricultural business through several key focus areas:
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Crop Yields and Seasonal Updates: Real-time data on sowing campaigns, harvest progress, and climate impacts on major commodities like wheat, corn, and sunflower oil.
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Export Logistics and Trade: Detailed analysis of the “grain corridors,” port operations, and the diplomatic efforts required to maintain the flow of Ukrainian goods to the world.
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Agritech and Innovation: Highlighting the digital transformation of farming, from precision agriculture and drone monitoring to sustainable land management practices.
Agriculture on the International Stage
The productivity of Ukrainian soil is a major factor in maintaining geopolitical stability and preventing global food crises. At News Ukraine, we analyze how domestic agricultural policies project onto the international stage. We examine the integration of Ukrainian farming standards with EU regulations and the strategic role of Ukraine in the global fight against food insecurity. By providing deep insights into market prices and regulatory shifts, we offer a comprehensive view of the sector that powers the nation.
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Corn prices in Ukrainian ports have increased
Main points Frosts in Ukraine are holding back corn sales, pushing prices in Black Sea ports to $207-$211 per ton. Globally, March corn futures in Chicago remain at $168 per ton, while in South America, varying weather conditions are affecting…
Europe's first case of bird flu in a dairy cow recorded in the Netherlands
Main points In the Netherlands, antibodies to H5N1 bird flu were detected in a dairy cow, but the virus was no longer secreted. Milk from the farm is used for
Land tax – do people with disability group 3 pay it?
Main points People with disabilities of group 3 must pay land tax, while people with disabilities of groups 1 and 2 are exempt from this obligation. Exemption from
Peas in Ukraine are poorly exported despite a record harvest
Main points In the 2025/26 season, pea production in Ukraine increased to 653 thousand tons, 40% more than last year. Exports for the first half of the marketing year
Food prices in February 2026 – how will they change?
Main points In February 2026, food prices in Ukraine are expected to increase by 3-5% due to severe frosts and shelling of the energy sector, forcing producers to use
How precision farming helps small farmers increase profits
Precision farming – the way to good harvests / Photo Shutterstock Ukrainian farmers are increasingly working in a reality where the efficiency of each hectare directly
Prices for export food wheat in Ukraine have begun to rise
Main points Export prices for food wheat in Ukraine increased by 1–3 USD per ton due to increased interest from buyers from Egypt and Turkey and weakening competition
Sugar production in Ukraine in 2025 remained at a high level
Main points Ukrainian sugar refineries produced 1.72 million tons of sugar in the 2025 season, thanks to record beet yields and improved operational processes. Despite a