In 2023, the European Union continued to be a critically important market for certain Ukrainian goods. Over 90% of honey exports and approximately 80% of horticultural products was shipped there.
This information comes from a report by the Ukrainian Agrarian Export Association (UAEA).
Last year, revenue from the export of fruits, berries, and nuts amounted to $257 million, decreasing by another 18%.
“In its structure, frozen berries and fruits dominated again, accounting for $132 million (-31%), peeled and unpeeled walnuts – $77 million (-4%), grain crops – $18 million (-7%), berries – $18 million (+31%). In terms of volume, there was an increase in the export of frozen fruits – 87 thousand tons (+3%), walnuts – 31 thousand tons (+21%), as well as berry crops – 5 thousand tons (+19%), although sales volumes abroad of apples and pears decreased – 42 thousand tons (-10%),” the report states.
At the same time, the proceeds from honey exports continued to decline, reaching $121 million (-11%). A positive aspect was the increase in absolute sales figures to foreign markets – over 55 thousand tons (+15%). The price, however, decreased to $2193/ton (-23%).
Source: UAEA