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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
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Researchers reveal major losses in Ukraine's agricultural sector caused by full-scale war
As of early 2025, Ukraine's agricultural sector has suffered an estimated US$11.2 billion worth of direct losses caused by the full-scale war and temporary occupation of territories. Source: estimates by researchers at Ukraine's Institute of Agrarian Economics Details: The total amount comprises losses from: destruction and damage to agricultural machinery – US$6.5 billion (58%); destruction and disruption of grain storage facilities – US$1.9 billion (17%); theft and loss of production resources and finished products – US$1.9 billion (17%); other damage – US$0.9 billion (8%). The researchers say the largest losses by type of agricultural machinery are: tractors – around 30,000; combine harvesters – 2,500; seeders – 11,000; ploughs – 8,700. Background: In early May, it was reported that the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation will allocate US$150 million to support rural communities in Ukraine affected by the war. The funding is part of a two-year Emergency and Early Recovery Response Plan (EERRP). Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
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6 days ago
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Frontline Ukrainian Families Face Perilous Task Of Farming Mined Fields
2 June 2025 According to the UN, many frontline Ukrainian families are at risk of missing critical planting and harvesting windows. 'Agriculture is a fabric of rural society. It's not just a way to make a living – it's a way of being. And vulnerable rural families are holding on. They need support not just to survive, but to thrive and rebuild,' said Rein Paulsen, Director of Emergencies and Resilience at the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) during a recent visit to Ukraine. Rural households across Ukraine – many headed by an elderly relative or woman – depend on agriculture for survival, often tending a single cow or a small flock of chickens. But these families are among the most vulnerable and least supported, especially those living near the frontlines. Hardship growing As the war provoked by Russia's invasion of Ukraine enters its fourth year, these households face growing challenges cultivating their land due to anti-personnel mines, land contamination, labour shortages, lack of inputs, shelling and frequent electricity cuts. According to the Fourth Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment, Ukraine's agriculture sector has suffered $83.9 billion in damages and losses since the war began, with an additional $1.6 billion in the irrigation sector. A significant portion of this burden falls on rural households. Call for support Advertisement - scroll to continue reading On Monday, the FAO warned that without urgent and sustained support, thousands of rural households may be unable to plant or harvest on time, jeopardising national food security and rural livelihoods. Since the start of the war, FAO has supported more than 250,000 rural families with vegetable seeds, animal feed, day-old chicks, cash and vouchers. Over 15,000 farmers have also received crop seeds, temporary storage, and financial assistance. In addition, the FAO and partners have worked to survey mined areas, restore access to farmland, and support national systems for monitoring and recovery. But this assistance is not enough, especially as funding shortfalls limit the full implementation of the FAO's Emergency and Early Recovery Response Plan for 2025–2026 in Ukraine. The organization is calling for urgent support to help rural households safely access their land and secure essential resources such as seeds, fertiliser, storage and reliable energy. This requires more than emergency funds alone – a sustained and coordinated response is needed to meet long-term needs. Without increased support, these families' ability to plant, harvest and recover remains under serious threat.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
FAO to allocate US$150m to Ukrainian farmers
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) will allocate US$150 million to support rural communities in Ukraine affected by the war. It has announced the launch of a two-year Emergency and Early Recovery Response Plan (EERRP). Source: press service for FAO, as reported by Ukrinform news agency Details: The plan for 2025–2026 aims to assist more than 500,000 vulnerable people. By resuming their work, affected farmers will contribute to ensuring the country's food security. FAO plans to provide agricultural resources to the most vulnerable rural households and small-scale farmers affected by the war. The plan also includes clearing agricultural land of explosive remnants. It also covers long-term early recovery measures, including support for production capacity, access to markets and the provision of technical assistance. "This plan comes at a time when Ukrainian farmers are still facing enormous challenges – from mined fields and destroyed infrastructure to limited access to markets. Through the EERRP 2025–2026, FAO continues supporting Ukraine's efforts to address the impact of the war, particularly in rural areas near the front line," said Mohammed Azouqa, acting Head of the FAO Office in Ukraine. The World Bank's data indicates that damages and losses in Ukraine's agricultural sector from February 2022 to December 2024 are estimated at nearly US$84 billion. The irrigation sector alone sustained damage worth US$1.6 billion. Warehouses, farms, perennial crops, equipment and harvested products were destroyed. Background: Earlier, it was reported that the annual application process for Ukrainian farmers to join the programme for compensating the cost of demining farmland had begun. The state budget has allocated UAH 1 billion (about US$24 million) for this programme. It was also reported that the government extended funding for the state programme supporting farmers cultivating up to 120 hectares of land or keeping up to 100 cows, 500 goats and/or sheep. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
