Cow Herd Size in Ukraine Decreased in July

Military actions, rising production costs, relocation, and market uncertainty are holding back farmers from increasing their cow herds, reports Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers. According to preliminary data from the State Statistics Service, as of August 1, 2025, there were 2.1515 million head of cattle in Ukraine's household and industrial sectors, including 1.1404 million cows.

Dairy Farms in Western Regions Show the Highest Milk Yields

The commercial sector has increased its raw milk production since the beginning of 2025, driven by the development of dairy farms in the western regions, which are boosting their milk yields, reports Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers. According to preliminary data from the State Statistics Service, in July 2025, farms of all categories produced 663 thousand tonnes of raw milk, which is 6 thousand tonnes more (+1%) than in June 2025 but 11 thousand tonnes less (+2%) than in July 2024.

Milk Prices Rise Amid Demand from Confectioners

Weak domestic demand for whole milk products and uncertainty regarding the prospects of commodity exports to the EU will restrain the growth of purchase prices in Ukraine, reports Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers. As of August 25, the weighted average price for the three grades was 17.20 UAH/kg (excluding VAT), which is 1.20 UAH more than the previous monitoring results.

National Farm Day – 2025 to Take Place in Ternopil Region

Friends, we are once again meeting at the most anticipated event of the dairy year! This time, PAP "Agroprodservice" is graciously opening its doors—one of Ukraine's TOP-10 dairy giants by daily milk production and a winner in productivity ratings. In 2024, the farm was included in the TOP-5 dairy farms in Ukraine!

GDT Auction: Butter Pulls Prices Down

A drop in prices for butter, cheese, and skim milk powder affected the auction results, reports Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers. On Tuesday, August 19, the 386th GDT auction took place, with the price index reaching 1264, a decrease of 4 points (-0.3%) from the previous auction.

ePermit" Launches First AI-Powered Government Service: Veterinary License Application

The Ministry of Economy and the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine have launched a new service: the processing of veterinary licenses in "ePermit" now includes an automated document review using artificial intelligence.

Higher Prices Boost Cattle Exports from Ukraine

Ukraine increased its exports of cattle and beef in July amid limited supply in export markets and rising prices for both red meat and live animals, reports Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers.

National Farm Day at Ponory LLC: The Strength, Resilience, and Professionalism of the Dairy Business

Representatives of the Association of Milk Producers were in the Chernihiv region yesterday: an AMP member farm is sharing its experience on how to increase efficiency in the extremely difficult conditions of war.

Cabinet Approves New Procedure for Livestock Support

As early as 2025, Ukrainian farms can receive:

Partial reimbursement for the cost of purchased domestic and imported breeding heifers (for dairy, dual-purpose, and beef production), as well as breeding beef heifers—up to 80% of the cost (excluding VAT), but not more than UAH 50,400 per head.

Partial reimbursement for the cost of facilities—up to 25% of the cost (excluding VAT) for the construction and/or reconstruction of cattle housing, milking parlors, and facilities for processing animal by-products (categories II and III), for which work began no earlier than February 24, 2022.

Farmers in Frontline Territories Are Exempted from Loan Payments – Signed by Zelenskyy

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed law №12148, which exempts farmers in frontline and occupied territories from paying loans, interest, and lease payments for the duration of the war and for one year after its end. This was reported by the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.