In 2020, Ukrainian producers exported a quarter less milk and butter

Published Sep 22, 2020

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In the first eight months of 2020, Ukrainian dairy producers have seen a significant decrease in milk and butter exports, with a 35% and 45% drop respectively. Conversely, imports of milk and cream have doubled, and butter imports have increased sevenfold. This decline is part of a larger trend of declining dairy production, with a report highlighting that 10,000 cows are disappearing from Ukrainian farms each month. The situation is attributed to the lack of state support, with experts suggesting that the dairy industry's challenges could be addressed through integrated models and financial support, similar to practices in successful dairy-producing countries. The coronavirus pandemic has further complicated the situation by shifting consumer preferences towards local dairy products, leading to increased competition and further challenges for Ukrainian producers.

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In 2020, Ukrainian producers sold a quarter less milk and butter for export. This is evidenced by the analyst available to AgroPolit.com. For details, see the publication Milk without state support: 10,000 cows are disappearing in Ukraine every month. Thus, in January-August 2020, Ukraine exported 35% less milk and cream, as well as 45% less butter. While the country imported twice as much milk and cream and 7 times as much butter. "Let's look at what is happening in successful countries where the dairy industry is well developed. These are states where there is vertical integration, where processing companies are cooperatives. New Zealand, USA, Australia, Canada, Scandinavian countries - there the industry is developing, there is growth. Why? Because there is state support, from an ordinary farmer to processing enterprises, "Chagarovsky said. Coronavirus Read all about the ...

Source: Agropolit