UkraineInvest has published an analytical report highlighting investment opportunities in Ukraine’s agro-processing sector. The study serves as a key resource for potential investors and covers Ukraine’s competitive advantages such as access to large markets, a vast agricultural resource base, government support and high export potential.
The main objective of the study is to stimulate investment interest in Ukraine’s agro-processing sector, which offers significant opportunities for development and economic growth. The report highlights Ukraine’s strengths, including fertile soils, favourable climate, advantageous geographical location and government support, all of which create attractive conditions for investors.
Commenting on the study’s findings, Ukraine’s Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food noted that attracting investment in the sector is critical not only for post-war economic recovery, but also for ensuring global food security. This underlines the government’s strategic approach to developing the agricultural sector, which can play a key role in economic recovery and support for rural areas.
“Despite the war, Ukraine continues to supply its products to 400 million people in over 40 countries. Today, supporting Ukraine’s agro-processing and investing in the sector isn’t just about business – it’s about global food security. Thousands of local and foreign investors are actively working and expanding their businesses in Ukraine. We invite you to invest in the establishment of new processing plants and livestock breeding. These are promising areas that will bring significant economic benefits to both investors and the state of Ukraine,” said Vitaliy Koval.
The study pays particular attention to infrastructure needs that are critical to increasing productivity in the agro-processing sector, particularly investments in irrigation systems, logistics and crop storage.
Despite its considerable potential, Ukraine’s agricultural sector has suffered significant losses as a result of the war, estimated at USD 80 billion, with over 65% of the losses occurring in regions directly affected by the conflict. An investment of USD 56 billion is needed to rebuild and develop the sector over the next decade.
“UkraineInvest’s research highlights the potential of Ukraine’s agro-processing sector to attract significant investment. The mechanism of state support for large investments is working in Ukraine, as demonstrated by the special investment agreement signed between the Ukrainian government and ‘Astarta’. Under this mechanism, investors can receive up to 30% of CAPEX, while the agribusiness sector gains new jobs. By providing free support for investment projects, UkraineInvest is demonstrating that state support can significantly increase the competitiveness of Ukrainian producers in the international market. Investments in agribusiness will not only create new jobs but will also contribute to the implementation of modern technologies and innovations. Therefore, the agribusiness sector will undoubtedly become one of the key drivers of the Ukrainian economy in the coming years,” said Oleksandr Melnychenko, Acting Executive Director of UkraineInvest.
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