#BraveOrganicinUkraine: Stories of Bold and Successful Organic Producers

The full-scale war has brought immense challenges to Ukraine's economy, particularly to the agricultural sector. However, in these difficult circumstances, some courageous Ukrainian producers chose the path of organic production and achieved success.

We believe that at such times, it's important to share their success stories and the bold actions of their leaders! These stories prove that even in the challenging conditions of war, courage and determination can be found to choose the path of organic production, regardless of external challenges. They show concern for the environment, safeguard the nation's health, and care for the future of the planet. The initiative of these heroes encourages all of us to reflect on our actions and join the organic movement, contributing to the sustainable development of our country and the preservation of nature for future generations.

One of the primary markets for the export of organic products is Western and Central Europe. In particular, Ukraine has consistently ranked among the top 5 exporters of organic products to the EU for several years and holds significant potential for further export growth.

As noted by OrganicInfo.ua, despite all the difficulties caused by the full-scale invasion, organic operators managed to increase exports to the EU and Switzerland by 13% in 2022.

Ukrainian organic brands have demonstrated their effectiveness and competitiveness in the international market. Their success stories are examples of other farms and enterprises considering transitioning to organic production.

"In recent years, the volume of exports of value-added products to the EU has been increasing, including fresh berries and processed packaged products, particularly in the snack category. This indicates that Ukraine has significant potential in this direction and will only continue to expand its volumes," notes Serhiy Halashevsky, Director of the certification body "Organic Standard"

Not convinced? We encourage you to consider several more advantages to choosing the path of organic production:

Leadership in Europe:

The demand for organic products worldwide is increasing annually as consumers become more health-conscious. Ukrainian organic producers have a unique opportunity to meet this demand and emerge as valuable international partners.

Cultural Diversity:

Ukrainian organic farms cultivate a diverse range of organic crops, encompassing grains, vegetables, fruits, and berries. Additionally, they implement practices such as crop rotation and diversification, which contribute to the preservation of agricultural biodiversity. This approach caters to the preferences of discerning consumers by offering an extensive array of food products.

Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) Ban:

Ukrainian organic farming is free from the cultivation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). This stance helps preserve the purity of genetic resources and supports natural biodiversity.

Transparency and Certification:

Organic farms in Ukraine undergo certification according to international standards, ensuring consumers' confidence in the quality of organic products and adherence to requirements.

Quality control during certification maintains high standards of organic production and fosters consumer trust. Certification offers the opportunity for international recognition and access to external markets.

Traditional Methods:

Many Ukrainian organic farmers employ traditional agricultural methods, combining them with modern knowledge to achieve optimal results.

Strong community and experience exchange:

Ukraine has a well-developed organic community that actively collaborates and shares experience and innovative approaches, contributing to the overall growth of the sector.

Who exactly produces organic products in Ukraine? - Read about it in our project.

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The BraveOrganicInUkraine project is created in partnership with "Organic Standard" (a Ukrainian certification company that conducts organic production certification), with media support from "Organic Info"

The material is available in English, French, and German.

Author: Irina Nakonechna

#BraveOrganicinUkraine: Stories of Bold and Successful Organic Producers

The full-scale war has brought immense challenges to Ukraine's economy, particularly to the agricultural sector. However, in these difficult circumstances, some courageous Ukrainian producers chose the path of organic production and achieved success.

Who exactly produces organic products in Ukraine? - Read about it in our project.

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