Reuters: Ukrainian corn seed exports to EU surge amid wartime trade shifts
Ukraine’s corn seed exports to the EU rose to $121 million in 2023, up from $22 million in 2021, though European farmers fear increased competition.
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UK intel: Russia’s September missile strike on grain ship likely due to poor targeting
On 11 September 2024, Russia's missile strike on the grain ship MV Aya was likely unintentional, caused by poor targeting procedures and outdated munitions, per UK intelligence.
Russians hit grain trucks in Ukraine’s Sumy, claiming it was a military convoy
A Russian missile attack on a grain truck convoy in Sumy Oblast on 31 August evening resulted in one civilian death, four injuries, and damage to approximately 20 vehicles. Russian military sources claim it was a military target.
Moldova eases transit rules for Ukrainian grain bound for Romanian ports
Moldova simplifies Ukrainian grain transit to Romanian ports, waiving phytosanitary control to address border congestion due to increased goods flow from Ukraine.
Polish MP: Poland, Ukraine nearing deal on grain imports amid farmer protests
Ahead of Polish-Ukrainian gov't talks, an MP from Poland's ruling bloc is positive on grain deal talks, while the Polish Agriculture Minister says negotiations are difficult. Ukraine is against any transit bans.
Politico: France joins Poland in push for further restrictions on Ukrainian agricultural imports
Despite their public solidarity, Polish and French leaders agreed to push for measures that could significantly impact Ukraine's trade revenue, with European Commission estimates indicating a potential loss of €1.2 billion,
Over 1,000 civilian ships defy Russia, transit Ukraine’s Black Sea “grain corridor”
Over 1,000 civilian vessels have exported around 30 million tons through Ukraine's "grain corridor" in the Black Sea, defying Russian efforts to deter maritime traffic and undermine international support.
Polish farmers stage massive protest in Warsaw over EU Green Deal, Ukrainian imports
In front of the Polish PM's Office, farmers burn tires & a coffin symbolizing the potential "death" of their agriculture sector amid EU policies and "Ukrainian competition."
Poland’s paradox: blockading Ukraine trade, continuing Russia imports
On the surface, Poland's blockade of Ukrainian trucks at the border looks like defense of its farmers. But an exposé by Ukrainian journalists unmasks Poland's simultaneous embrace of now-banned imports from Russia, funneling cash to the very enemy it claims to resist.
EU to increase checks on Ukrainian grain transport as farmer protests persist
The move aims to address the concerns of protesting farmers across Europe and facilitate trade that benefits the entire bloc, the EU Transport Commissioner said.
Unprecedented: 160 tons of Ukrainian grain dumped in Poland
Kyiv reports the largest sabotage attack hampering Ukraine's agricultural exports in Poland since Russia's 2022 invasion.
Ukrainian exports by its sea corridor reach 22 million tons of cargo despite Russian infrastructure attacks
Secured sea export routes became the result of Ukrainian successful operations against the Russian Black Sea Fleet, which had blocked Ukrainian ports at the beginning of the war.
Polish farmers take to roads opposing prolonged tariff-free Ukraine food imports
Polish farmers, in nationwide protests, decry the policy on duty-free Ukrainian agricultural imports, claiming it undercuts domestic prices and threatens their livelihoods. The gov't seeks a balanced solution, mindful of EU laws and Ukrainian relations.
Ukraine ranks as third largest agricultural supplier to EU
From January to October 2023, Ukraine holds the third position in the volume of agricultural imports to the EU, with a total of €12.843 billion.
Ukraine’s sunflower seeds plundered by Russia and shipped to Türkiye
An investigation by OSINT analysts revealed how Russia is using ports in occupied Crimea and Türkiye to illegally export thousands of tons of sunflower seeds stolen from the occupied territories of southern Ukraine.
Qatar contributes $20 million to “Grain from Ukraine” initiative
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy highlighted Qatar's contribution and assured that Ukraine, despite Russia's attempts to disrupt peaceful navigation in the Black Sea, will continue to guarantee global food security.
Minister: Ukraine exports 15 mn tons of cargo via Black Sea corridor in five months amid Russia’s blockade
Amid Russia's ongoing sea blockade of Ukraine's ports, Ukraine has shipped 15 million tons of cargo over five months using newly established temporary routes after Russia's withdrawal from the UN-brokered grain deal.
France transfers second vessel to aid Ukraine’s grain exports
"The vessel will assist in exporting grains to help feed the world," the French Minister of Transport said.
Russia stole nearly 8 million tons of harvest in occupied Ukraine
Approximately 6.4 million tons of wheat and nearly 1.5 million tons of sunflower seeds were harvested in Russian-occupied Ukrainian territories this year, NASA Harvest revealed.
Grain from Ukraine summit’s statement: Starvation of civilians as warfare tactic prohibited
The Grain from Ukraine Summit underscores food security amid Russia's aggression against Ukraine, advocating consequences for threats to global food supplies.