Interest-Free Loans of Up to 1 Million UAH Now Available for Farmers

Application Period Opens for Interest-Free Agricultural Loans

According to Мін. Економіки: Starting June 2, 2026, farmers can submit applications through the State Agrarian Register for interest-free loans worth up to 1 million UAH. The deadline for submissions is July 2, 2026. These loans come with a repayment period of up to five years.

Eligibility and Requirements

Eligible applicants include any farm registered in the State Agrarian Register, including family-run farms without legal entity status. To qualify, farms must meet several mandatory conditions:

• No outstanding tax debts;
• Not undergoing bankruptcy proceedings;
• Not subject to any sanctions;
• Operations must not be based in temporarily occupied territories.

The loan funds can be used for:

• Purchasing machinery and equipment;
• Acquiring livestock;
• Constructing or renovating production facilities;
• Planting perennial crops;
• Developing cooperative ventures;
• Irrigation and land reclamation projects.

This lending program is designed to bolster Ukraine's agricultural sector, a key driver of national food security. By offering interest-free financing, it encourages farmers to invest in modernization and expansion, ultimately boosting regional economies and strengthening the country's agricultural resilience.

In addition to the newly introduced interest-free loans, the Ukrainian agricultural sector is also seeing significant financial support through various grants. For instance, recent announcements highlight opportunities for farmers to receive grants of up to 20 million UAH, alongside new loan options tailored to enhance agricultural productivity. To explore these initiatives further, check out how Ukrainian farmers are benefiting from this financial 'matrix' in our detailed report on the latest funding opportunities.