Ukraine is unable to grow its own cotton in the southern regions due to a lack of irrigation water in hot areas. Despite having better soils than traditional cotton-growing countries, the lack of field irrigation in the Ukrainian South is hindering cotton cultivation. The main responsibility for growing new crops falls on Ukrainian farmers, with limited state support. Experts recommend developing hemp as an alternative, given its economic benefits and historical cultivation in Ukraine. Due to the lack of domestic cotton production, Ukraine will need to import the crop.