Assistance package for farms in conflict-affected areas
As the war continues, Ukrainian authorities are working to stabilize farming in high-risk areas. Ukraine's Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food has announced an updated assistance package for agricultural enterprises located near the combat zone. Minister Taras Vysotskyi presented the planned legislative measures for 2027 at a meeting in Kirovohrad region, where the regional agro-industrial situation was also discussed.
Details of the aid package
- Compensation for crops that were burned or could not be harvested. Farms in the 0–20 km and 20–50 km zones from the line of combat engagement can receive up to UAH 10,460 per hectare. Applications for compensation for the 2026 season will be accepted via the State Agrarian Register in 2027.
- Compensation for land occupied by fortifications. The amount is up to UAH 4,700 per hectare, with eligibility based on a decision by the regional military administration's defense council.
- Support for relocated agricultural enterprises. Eligible farms can receive up to UAH 4,700 per hectare, but not more than 10,000 hectares per enterprise. The eligible area is capped at the size of the plot located in the risk zone, and a certificate from the State Land Cadastre is required as proof.
In Kirovohrad region, where the meeting took place, nearly 558,000 hectares of early grain crops had been harvested, with around 2.4 million tonnes of grain threshed. Participants included agricultural producers, representatives of sectoral associations, and heads of agro-industrial units within regional military administrations.
“There are many challenges and concerns. My main goal is to listen to you, learn about the issues, and explain what practical help the state can offer. Direct dialogue is how we can find joint solutions, especially when it comes to supporting front-line areas.” – Taras Vysotskyi
The newly proposed support instruments are a meaningful step toward safeguarding Ukraine's food security during the ongoing conflict. Compensation for lost crops and land affected by hostilities will allow farmers to continue operations and rebuild productivity despite high risks. These measures also underscore the importance of ongoing dialogue between the government and agribusiness in addressing the sector's most urgent problems.