The spring sowing campaign for 2026 is coming to an end in Ukraine. As of the end of May, farmers have already sown over 90% of the planned areas with spring crops, and the total area of sowings has exceeded 12 million hectares. This indicates the resilience of the sector despite the challenges posed by the war and economic instability.
This is reported by Finway
Main Challenges of the 2026 Agricultural Season
This year, Ukrainian farmers have faced a number of serious problems. Among the key issues are a shortage of labor, a significant rise in fuel prices, and increased costs of production resources. Despite these factors, most farms have managed to organize seasonal fieldwork almost on schedule.
“The Ministry emphasizes that despite the war and the difficult economic situation, the agricultural sector continues to be one of the main sources of foreign currency inflows and food security for the country.”
Support for Farmers and Special Programs for Frontline Regions
To ensure the stability of the agricultural sector, the government continues to finance a number of special programs. Among them are preferential loans under the “5-7-9%” program, support for irrigation and reclamation systems, grants for the development of greenhouse farming, funding for planting orchards, and assistance in building storage facilities for vegetables and fruits.
Frontline regions receive separate support: in 2026, approximately 1.7 billion hryvnias of state aid is allocated for farmers in these areas. In addition to financial support, the program for free demining of agricultural land continues, allowing for the restoration of production in liberated territories and the return of hazardous areas to use.
The government has also expanded support tools for farmers in frontline regions and areas affected by the war. Special attention is given to preserving production, stabilizing the incomes of farming enterprises, and supporting businesses that have been forced to relocate.