The Cabinet of Ministers has made a decision to expand state support for farmers operating in proximity to combat zones. From now on, the amount of partial reimbursement for the cost of constructing new livestock farms for raising cattle in frontline areas will increase from 25% to 50%. This decision aims to stimulate the development of the industry, increase milk production, and enhance value-added products.
This is reported by Finway
New Projects and Initiatives for Livestock Development
In Cherkasy region, local agribusiness has already begun implementing a large-scale investment project — the construction of a modern farm for 3,000 cows. The region ranks among the top five in Ukraine for cattle population and milk production volumes. This example demonstrates how state support encourages the emergence of innovative livestock complexes even under challenging conditions.
Challenges for Farmers in Frontline Regions
At the same time, the agricultural sector in frontline areas faces serious risks due to hostilities. In particular, the Russian army recently launched an attack on an agricultural enterprise in Chernihiv region, resulting in damage to farm buildings and the death of about 1,000 pigs.
“For instance, the effectiveness of state support for businesses can be illustrated by the enterprise ‘Smakolyub’ in Rivne region, which in 2022 launched the production of frozen semi-finished products thanks to a grant from the state of ₴1.8 million. Today, the enterprise produces over 2.5 tons of more than 70 types of products daily: from dumplings to meat products”.
Overall, since 2022, nine grant projects totaling 44 million hryvnias aimed at developing the processing industry have been implemented in Rivne region with the help of state support. Such steps strengthen the country’s food security and contribute to the economic resilience of the regions.