Mushroom production is growing in Ukraine

Published Jun 4, 2021

Tridge summary

In 2020, Ukraine saw a 19% increase in mushroom production, reaching 19.1 thousand tons, with the majority of the production being champignons. The country also cultivates other types such as oyster mushrooms, shiitake, and honeysuckle. Despite the increase in production, there was a significant decrease in exports, with only 0.2 thousand tons being exported, a 5 times reduction from the previous year. Moldova and Belarus were the main buyers of Ukrainian mushrooms.
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According to the State Statistics Committee, in 2020 the production of mushrooms in Ukraine increased by 19% to 19.1 thousand tons, according to UCAB. This mushroom is the most cultivated mushroom not only in Ukraine but also in the world. In addition to it, oyster mushrooms, shiitake, honeysuckle and others are also grown in Ukraine. Mushrooms are a typical product for Ukrainians, but the consumption of wild mushrooms is gradually being replaced by industrially grown ones. Grown champignons are mainly used for domestic consumption, and the share of exports is insignificant (1-8% of total ...
Source: AgroReview

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