Cherkasy Region is the true agricultural heart of Ukraine. The region ranks 2nd in the country for poultry meat production and is among the top five leaders in cattle breeding. Over 2,500 agricultural enterprises operate here, and the volume of agricultural exports exceeds $1 billion annually – 89% of which is agricultural products. It is worth noting the development of the fishing industry – a special support program operates in the region," Vitaliy Koval noted. The Minister outlined the main challenges facing the agricultural sector. These include a lack of modern vegetable storage facilities and the need to transition to exporting products with higher added value. Vitaliy Koval called on farmers to more actively use state support programs – from subsidies for livestock maintenance to preferential loans for farm development. These are the new opportunities provided by the state. The Minister also set a task for relevant structures: to outline the region's potential in the ...