Almost 90% of Ukrainian cherries are exported to Belarus

Published 2022년 1월 24일

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The article highlights a decrease in Ukraine's cherry exports but an increase in imports from countries like Uzbekistan, Greece, Moldova, Syria, and Azerbaijan for the 2020-2021 period. Olena Kaizhen, the Executive Director of the Association of Berries of Ukraine, identified the market's growth and indicated a strong interest in direct connections between Ukrainian producers and buyers, especially in Germany, Great Britain, and Austria. She underlined the importance of using European varieties and obtaining necessary certifications for export, such as Global G.A.P. and GRASP. The article also mentions the potential of the Chinese and Korean markets, given their preference for larger berries, but notes challenges in export harmonization due to differing phytosanitary requirements.

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In 2020-2021, cherry exports decreased significantly, while their imports to Ukraine increased. The fruits were imported from Uzbekistan, Greece, Moldova, Syria and Azerbaijan. This was stated by the Executive Director of the Association of Berries of Ukraine Olena Kaizhen during the forum "Stone in Ukraine: current status and prospects for development." "The cherry market in Ukraine is growing in terms of production. 89.5% of Ukrainian cherries are exported to Belarus. Then they are sold to Russia and other countries. We want Ukrainian producers to have direct contacts with buyers. Focus countries for exports - Germany, Great Britain and Austria. Germany is a big market, it is interesting to go to hubs, dealers directly, "said Elena Kaizhen. According to her, European buyers choose mostly European varieties. Exports require Global G.A.P. certification, and some markets, including Germany, also require GRASP. Also interesting are the markets of China and Korea, where they ...

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