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The full-scale war has dealt a serious blow to Ukrainian beekeeping, causing both the direct death of millions of insects due to shelling and fires, and the destruction of thousands of farms in occupied and frontline territories.

The European integration of Ukraine’s agricultural sector is now an entirely realistic development scenario for the industry. Ukraine has already implemented around 74% of the provisions of the Association Agreement related to agriculture and rural development, and 83% of those concerning food safety, veterinary and phytosanitary policy.

In recent years, Polish farmers have made numerous accusations against Ukrainian agricultural producers. There is a certain level of competition between producers in the two countries, as well as concerns about possible pressure on Polish farmers if Ukraine joins the EU. But is a compromise possible between producers and farmers in both countries?

Climate change and water shortages raise the issue of the need for irrigation and the organization of additional moisture supply for farmers. Today, out of 31 million hectares of land in Ukraine, 18 million hectares are under water deficit, and 3 million hectares are critically under water deficit.

Farmer Yuriy Kushnir from Luhansk region, after the start of the war and his forced relocation to Poltava region, not only restored his farm but is also actively developing modern berry production. His approach combines experience, technology and a clear strategy: focusing on quality and staying ahead of the market.

For Ukrainian farmers, the European Union is the most important market, one that is already shaping export strategies and production technologies. In January–February 2026 alone, Ukraine exported 9.95 million tonnes of agricultural products worth a total of $4 billion. At the same time, foreign currency revenues from agricultural exports increased by 9.3% compared with last year, while the EU’s share in total exports amounted to about 50%.

When forecasting grain prices, market participants now take into account not only weather conditions and the balance of supply and demand, but also the geopolitical situation. The military conflict in the Middle East and the threat of a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz may have long-term consequences for the global grain market.

As part of the conference on large and small farming Agro Ukraine Farming, the winners of the POWER OF AGROCHANGES competition will be awarded during the FARMERS DAY event on June 19.

The production cost of major crops will increase by 14-17% this year, including wheat by 14%, corn by 17%, and sunflower by 16%.

Ukraine's path to the EU requires fundamental changes in business approaches. After all, this market requires not only the availability of products, but also transparency of the entire supply chain, compliance with environmental standards and high financial discipline. In order not to lose margins before entering the EU market, it is worth preparing today.

Odesa-based holding Tecom Agro Group plans to grow oil flax for the first time. With high yields and properly adjusted technology, flax can compete with sunflower. Moreover, the volume of flax processing is growing all the time, so this is a promising area.