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Pavlo Koval: “Ukrainian agriculture is shifting from a volume-driven approach to margin-oriented production”

The Director General of the Ukrainian Agrarian Confederation, Pavlo Koval, provided a detailed analysis of this year’s spring sowing campaign during a broadcast on Ukrainian Radio. He explained why farmers are being forced to reconsider crop structures, how global geopolitics is affecting production costs, and what transformations of the European market Ukrainian businesses should prepare for.

– Mr. Koval, the spring sowing campaign is already well underway. What are the key challenges farmers are facing, and how does this “fifth wartime sowing campaign” differ from the previous ones?

Pavlo Koval: More than one million hectares of early grains and legumes have already been sown, and some farms are beginning to plant sugar beet. However, this campaign will certainly not be cheaper or easier. There are several fundamental challenges common to all regions.

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The Third Ukraine - The Netherlands Agricultural Dialogue (UANLAD): Joint Statement by UNAF and LTO NEDERLAND

The third Ukraine - The Netherlands Agricultural Dialogue (UANLAD) took place on 30 and 31 March, 2026 in Breda, The Netherlands. The UANLAD is co-organized by the Ukrainian National Agrarian Forum UNAF and the Netherlands Farmers’ and Growers’ Association LTO NEDERLAND with full support and encouragement of the Ministries of Agriculture of both countries.

The third UANLAD event was opened by Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Mr Taras Kachka, LTO President Mr Ger Koopmans, UNAF director Ms Mariia Didukh and senior Ukrainian and Dutch government representatives. Ambassadors Mr Andrii Kostin and Mr Alle Dorhout were also present at the meeting.

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“We are integrating into an EU that is itself changing”: Pavlo Koval on risks, the sowing campaign, and the role of AI in agriculture

Director General of the Ukrainian Agrarian Confederation Pavlo Koval, speaking on Ukrainian Radio, provided a comprehensive analysis of the key challenges currently facing Ukrainian farmers. In an in-depth discussion, he outlined the hidden complexities of European integration, explained the impact of the Middle East crisis on the cost of the sowing campaign in Ukraine, and emphasized the critical importance of implementing artificial intelligence to address the labor shortage.

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“The agricultural sector will withstand, despite mined fields, fertilizer shortages, and logistical blockades” – Leonid Kozachenko

The President of the Ukrainian Agrarian Confederation, Leonid Kozachenko, in an interview with Ukrainian Radio, analyzed the key challenges faced by Ukrainian farmers during this year’s spring field campaign. He spoke about the impact of mined territories on overall harvest volumes, export difficulties caused by European quotas and border protests, and shared forecasts regarding food prices and domestic food security.

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EU Agricultural Policy Monitor for Q1 2026: Four Motives for Change and the Ukrainian Factor

European agricultural policy is entering a phase of change that goes beyond the traditional logic of the CAP (Common Agricultural Policy). There is a gradual shift from a stable, rule-based model toward a more flexible and adaptive system. Agricultural policy is increasingly intertwined with trade, regulation, budget constraints, and broader concerns of food and economic security. Brussels is forced to rewrite the rules of the game due to four specific factors.

WHY EU POLICY IS CHANGING: REAL MOTIVES

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“The domestic market will be fully supplied with food despite fertilizer shortages and a challenging sowing campaign” – interview with Leonid Kozachenko

The President of the Ukrainian Agrarian Confederation, Leonid Kozachenko, in an interview with Suspilne News, analyzed the current situation on the mineral fertilizers market, outlined the impact of European sanctions against Russia on the agricultural sector, and shared his outlook on the upcoming harvest and food prices in Ukraine.

To better understand the overall situation, could you explain where the European Union currently sources fertilizers from and how dependent it is on Russia?

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EU Agricultural Policy Enters a Phase of Strategic Recalibration — and Ukraine Must Negotiate in Motion

February 2026 did not deliver a headline regulatory shock in Brussels. It delivered something more consequential for the medium term — a visible change in how the EU is thinking about agriculture itself. The Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is no longer being treated primarily as a stable, self-contained support system. It is increasingly being handled as part of a wider political equation that includes budget pressure, social sensitivity, strategic autonomy, and enlargement.

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EU Common Agricultural Policy 2028-2034: Structural Reconfiguration and Implications for Ukraine

Opinion 05/2026 published by the European Court of Auditors (ECA) does not amend current legislation and does not redefine the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). However, its substance signals a moment of structural tension in the proposed CAP architecture for the 2028-2034 period. The ECA warns that the proposed model may result in a complex CAP legal architecture and complicated planning arrangements, potentially affecting predictability, implementation timelines, and certainty for beneficiaries.

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Pavlo Koval: “Pulses are the world’s pantry of plant protein — and Ukraine can become a pillar of Europe’s food security”

Global attention to pulses is growing rapidly — and for good reason. They combine food security, economic efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Speaking on the program “Today. Afternoon” on Ukrainian Radio, Pavlo Koval, Director General of the Ukrainian Agrarian Confederation (UAC), outlined the strategic importance of pulses for both Ukraine and the world.

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Brussels Steps Back, Capitals Step Up: The New "Safety-First" Reality of EU Agri-Policy in 2026

January 2026 in European agricultural policy was not marked by grand strategies or visionary reforms. Instead, it was the month of a "hard collision" between expectations and reality. The key takeaway from the start of the year is unambiguous: the center of gravity in decision-making has shifted from the supranational level of the European Commission to the national capitals of Member States. For the EU, this is an era of caution; for Ukraine, it is a signal that the rules of engagement have fundamentally changed.

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04.02.2026 08:33

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Ukrainian agricultural companies capitalization corrections, January 26–February 1

04.02.2026 08:33

In the week of January 26–February 1, the capitalization of six Ukrainian public agricultural companies revised upward. Under the data of Eavex Capital, the companies' market cap for the reporting period corrected as follows: