Ukraine has exported frozen raspberries to the United States and Canada for the first time, a development the Ukrainian Fruit and Vegetable Association (UPOA) has described as significant. The shipment, which was transported in one sea container, marks a milestone in the country's export diversification. Until now, Ukraine had primarily exported raspberries to Poland, which would then re-export them, leading to lower profits for Ukrainian producers. The UPOA anticipates a substantial expansion in raspberry cultivation areas this year, which could further boost exports. The move is seen as crucial for Ukraine, as it aspires to be among the top 10 global raspberry exporters.