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Despite wartime challenges, the Ukrainian agricultural sector has maintained remarkable resilience and adaptability, preserving its status as a key global supplier of grains and sunflower oil, accounting for over 10% of international trade. * In 2023, Ukraine exported 16.1 million tons of wheat to 65 countries, 26.2 million tons of corn to 80 countries, and 5.7 million tons of sunflower oil to 130 countries. * Ukraine has over 15,000 agricultural companies controlling 53.9% of its arable land, with 40% integrated into agroholdings. The country also boasts over 31,800 family farms contributing to its agricultural output.   * To adapt to wartime challenges, the agribusiness sector has diversified production by increasing the cultivation of vegetables and legumes for the domestic market. Simultaneously, it has invested in processing facilities to reduce dependency on raw agricultural exports. Stay updated on the agriculture and agroprocessing sector landscape with our Guide - https://guide.aequo.ua #rebuildukraine #guidetorebuildingukraine #investment #agriculture

As we observe the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, we stand in solidarity with Indigenous communities worldwide, acknowledging the human rights violations they endure. At Free the Slaves, we are committed to shedding light on these injustices and advocating for the rights of these communities. In Peru, the Ashaninka Indigenous community is particularly at risk, facing exploitation in various forms of modern slavery. Our latest research report, published in collaboration with ONOTZI, highlights the dire situation in the Amazonian regions of Huanuco and Ucayali. Illegal gold mining and logging activities are not only devastating the environment but also stripping the Ashaninka people of their traditional livelihoods in forestry and agriculture. As poverty deepens, a vicious cycle ensues: Ashaninka boys and men are coerced into forced labor, while girls and women are subjected to sexual exploitation in areas surrounding these destructive industries. The Peruvian state's historical neglect of Indigenous communities—failing to provide essential services like bilingual education, healthcare, and employment opportunities—has only exacerbated these vulnerabilities. These conditions have been further exploited by illegal enterprises, leaving the Ashaninka people in a perilous situation. As we highlight this report today, we reaffirm our commitment to fighting against modern slavery and standing with Indigenous communities in their struggle for justice and dignity. We invite you to learn more about these critical issues by reading our full report. 🔗 Link to Peru Report - https://lnkd.in/gjZwU77g #IndigenousPeoplesDay #HumanRights #EndModernSlavery #IndigenousRights

The large #farming sector of Ukraine risks becoming one of the main obstacles on the path to Ukraine’s integration into the EU. As can be seen, right now, even the short-term #accession of Ukraine into the #EU single market illustrates how real accession could unfold. The massive opposition of European farmers to cheaper Ukrainian #grains and other #products has provoked a significant wave of protest in the EU member #states. Read more- https://lnkd.in/e5G-57ex Follow us 👇 Web — https://lnkd.in/ePFtiF_y Twitter — https://lnkd.in/eCuQS-HK Facebook — https://shorturl.at/rLJsT #EUAffairs #Ukraine #Agriculture #TradeRelations #EUIntegration #researcharticles #thinktanks #science #sciencefacts #article #articles #education #educational

Ukraine's agricultural sector, contributing 8% to the country's GDP, is pivotal for value creation, with the government actively reshaping it to secure vital funding for postwar recovery and seamless EU integration. Investors eyeing opportunities in irrigation infrastructure, grain storage, transport facilities, production, and food processing should align with the Ukraine Faculty Plan—a cornerstone of the EU's financial assistance program. Key focuses include: * Aligning Ukrainian agricultural policies with the new EU Common Agricultural Policy through the 2030 Strategy for Agriculture and Rural Development. * Ongoing land reform developments opening the market to local legal entities since 2024. * Reforms enabling automatic data transfer between the State Land Cadastre and the State Register of Property Rights on Real Estate.   * Initiatives for irrigation system development and implementation of the National Strategy on Mine Action, among others. Keep updated on agriculture regulations landscape with our Guide - https://guide.aequo.ua #rebuildukraine #guidetorebuildingukraine #investment #agriculture

On August 18, 40,000 Indigenous Maasai blocked the Ngorongoro-Serengeti road in #Tanzania to protest human rights violations affecting their land, education, health, and voting rights.   Tanzania has recently announced the prohibition of human settlement in and around the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, presenting it as a step forward in #conservation while planning to expand tourism in the region. As the government prepares to increase its revenue from this measure, Maasai pastoralists are being forcibly evicted from their ancestral lands, stripping them of their rights livelihoods.   This case of violence and criminalization of Indigenous Peoples in the name of conservation ignores the fact that community-based models have proven time and time again to protect #nature and #biodiversity just as effectively—and in many cases better—than the methods that exclude them. #LandRightsNow Share this post to spread the word and read what civil society organizations have to say about the rights violations in this statement 👇🏽 📚 https://lnkd.in/gmyW44-2

💡 This year, Ukraine plans to adopt the Strategy for the Development of the Agricultural Sector of Ukraine until 2030. This is one of the commitments under the EU's Ukraine Facility economic support program. 🖌 According to Taras Vysotsky, acting Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine, the document's important areas of focus include increasing agricultural processing and expanding the agricultural sector's export opportunities. Taken from https://lnkd.in/eNdqY6Cz #ukraine #agro #agrobusiness #DLF

🥔 After the Russian Federation occupied Kherson Oblast, Serhii's farm lost about 75% of its assets. Fortunately, the farm had some land in Zhytomyr Oblast so employees could relocate and resume work. However, the farm still had outstanding loans taken to purchase property in Kherson Oblast, which significantly complicated its ability to restart operations. ✅ Many farmers from frontline areas faced similar challenges, being left without assets but still burdened with loans. To address these issues at the legislative level, USAID AGRO Ukraine project implemented by the Ukrainian Agrarian Council, stepped in to provide support. This project focuses on aiding agricultural producers affected by the war, offers legal assistance and provides practical solutions to help farmers recover and sustain their operations despite the losses. Learn more from Serhii's story:

EU accession talks with Ukraine begin today. Agriculture represents around a third of the EU's budget and was one of the most contentious issues in previous EU enlargements. Given Ukraine's substantial agricultural sector, this area will play a crucial role in the accession negotiations. If you're curious about what comes next, the European Parliamentary Research Service has all the insights you need 😉 👇 Link: https://lnkd.in/eRDiE64Z Також в перекладі українською: https://lnkd.in/eWXdDi2Q #EU #Ukraine #Agriculture #EUEnlargement

By using only 5% of its #agricultural #lands, DRC can #feed itself. #DRC has a total of 80 million ha of arable land, roughly the size of France and Benelux all together. According to the FAO, DRC's land given its climate have the potential to feed 2 billions people: the whole of Africa and the whole of the European Union. Currently, the country is home to roughly 100 million people. To feed it's people, it will require 5% of Congolese arable land ressources, about 4 million ha. This is roughly the size of one of the provinces of DRC: So, by producing on just 5%, one province such as Kasaï or Kongo Central, DRC could reach #selfsufficiency This is MabeleAgric #target

The Mutual Benefits of Ukraine’s Potential EU Membership The prospect of Ukraine joining the EU offers a win-win scenario for both sides. Dr. Alex Lissitsa and Prof. Alfons Balmann emphasize that Ukraine’s agricultural sector, with its impressive productivity improvements, can provide valuable insights to the EU. Membership would foster political and economic stability in Ukraine, benefiting the broader European agricultural landscape. Investing in infrastructure and adjusting EU agricultural policies to better align with large-scale farming needs are crucial steps forward. Let’s leverage this opportunity for mutual growth and innovation in agriculture. #Agriculture #EU #Ukraine #SustainableGrowth #EconomicStability For more insights, read the full article. Link is in a first comment.