Ukraine depends less and less on the import of hazelnuts

Hazelnut Kernel

Ukraine

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Published Mar 13, 2024

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In 2023, Ukraine saw a decrease in hazelnut imports from 1.5 thousand tons in 2021 to 950 tons, while exports were at 55 tons. This reduction is due to increased local production and decreased consumption as a result of emigration. Despite the growth in local production, Ukraine continues to be a net importer of hazelnuts. The country also experienced a decline in walnut exports due to increased competition and a lack of high-quality products.

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In 2023, Ukraine imported about 950 tons of hazelnuts, and exported 55 tons. For comparison: in 2021, imports amounted to 1.5 thousand tons, and there was almost no talk of exports. Yevhen Kuzin, an analyst of the fruit and vegetable market in the EastFruit project, an international consultant of the FAO, cited such data in a commentary in the magazine "Ukrainian Gardening". "Ukraine is still a net importer of hazelnuts, although the production of local hazelnuts is gradually increasing," the expert stated. - On the one hand, the decrease in imports occurred due to the increase in local volumes. On the other hand, this more reflects the drop in consumption due to the departure of millions of people abroad." As for walnuts, their export has decreased in recent seasons due to the expansion of competing countries and the lack of quality products in Ukraine. ...

Source: Agrotimes