In 2023, Ukraine's walnut industry has seen a shift towards larger companies taking over from small, private family farms, which have seen a decrease in control from 95% in 2015 to 74% currently. Despite this change, the industry has managed to maintain production levels through increased efficiency and irrigation. Ukraine's walnut production is estimated to be 106,000 tons, which is more than enough for its domestic population of 6.5 million, allowing for 85,000 tons to be exported. The European Union is the primary market for these exports, making Ukraine the second largest supplier of shelled walnuts to the EU after the USA and before China.