The article discusses the potential impacts of the ongoing war in Ukraine on agricultural production and trade, with a focus on the fruit and vegetable sector. It highlights the challenges of rising energy prices and labor shortages, and the need for policy changes and technological advancements to enhance production efficiency and profitability. The article also touches on the importance of local production and the potential shift in production sites due to environmental factors and energy costs. It stresses the strategic role of processing in maintaining and increasing production levels and improving market competitiveness under current challenges.