Massive attacks paralyzed maritime logistics and left farmers without revenue on the eve of sowing
In the first two weeks of August, the indicators of external supplies of Ukrainian grain fell by 75% compared to the same period in 2025. This, writes Mind, reports Reuters. The PromPolitInform portal informs.
Russian shelling of ports and ships practically paralyzed maritime logistics, through which about 90% of wheat, corn and sunflower exports usually passed.
The accumulation of harvest within the country led to a sharp drop in domestic prices against the background of high world quotes.
According to analysts, most grain crops do not cover production costs, and profit is expected only from the sale of wheat.
The deficit of storage capacities in Ukraine may reach 11 million tons with an expected grain harvest of 60 million tons. The lack of export revenue deprives farmers of current expenses for fuel, payment of salaries and preparation for the autumn sowing campaign.
Alternative supply routes are significantly limited due to low water levels in the Danube, attacks on the railway, restrictions from the EU and blockades of borders by European farmers.
