The volume of cheese imports to Ukraine increased by 97%

Published Jan 30, 2021

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In 2020, Ukraine saw a significant increase in cheese imports, with a total turnover of $ 210.4 million, up from $ 108.8 million the previous year. The majority of imports were other cheeses (56%), followed by fresh cheeses (26%), processed cheeses (13%), and blue cheeses (4.5%). The surge in imports was attributed to the high domestic price of raw materials and a growing demand for rare cheese varieties. However, Ukrainian domestic producers struggle to compete with imported products from the European Union, prompting efforts to resume cheese production and seeking state support for the livestock sector.

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This was reported by the press service of the Ukrainian Club of Agrarian Business. "The total turnover last year was $ 210.4 million, which is $ 101.6 million more than last year," the statement said. The structure of cheese imports consisted of such categories as: other cheeses - 56%; fresh cheeses - 26%; processed cheeses - 13%; blue cheeses - 4.5%; grated cheese or powder - 0.5%. "Imports grew in almost every category. Such a rapid growth was influenced, first of all, by the domestic price of raw materials, "analysts say. It should be noted that in 2020 the demand for rare varieties of cheese increased significantly, in particular: "Gouda" - 3.4 times (3 thousand tons); "Feta" (Feta) - 2.6 times (0.75 thousand tons); "Cheddar" - 2.5 times (0.45 thousand tons); "Gorgonzola" (Gorgonzola) - 2.2 times (0.17 thousand tons); "Edam" (Edam) - 2 times (0.61 thousand tons); "Parmesan" (Parmigiano Reggiano) - 1.7 times (0.23 thousand tons); "Brie" (Brie) - 1.5 times (3.2 thousand tons); ...

Source: Agravery