GDT Trading: Exchange-Traded Goods Became More Expensive

The price increase for almost all exchange-traded goods may be related to preparations for the vacation season and summer holidays, when ice cream consumption and the number of visitors to public catering establishments increase. Reduced milk production in Oceania and Europe, geopolitical factors, and changes in China's regulatory policy are influencing the redistribution of export flows and increasing competition in sales markets, according to Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine.

AMP Representative Olena Zhupinas to Participate in MilkyForum - Ukraine's Largest Dairy Industry Conference

The annual MilkyForum, Ukraine's largest dairy industry conference, will take place on May 29th. Olena Zhupinas, Deputy CEO and Head of Processing Cooperation Projects at AMP, will participate in the event with a presentation on the topic: "For Ukrainian Cheeses to Compete with Polish Ones, Private Business Must Invest in Processing, and the State Must Provide Support at the National Level."

Raw Milk Prices Maintain Stabilization

At the beginning of May, Ukraine is observing a certain stabilization of raw milk prices against the backdrop of a recovery in demand for dairy products in export markets. At the same time, considering the reduction in demand for dairy products in the domestic market, the prospect of increasing purchase prices depends on how much exports will grow in the short term, according to Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine.

Agrarian Leaders Urge President to Sign Crucial Law

The All-Ukrainian Agrarian Forum (VAF), which includes leading sectoral associations of Ukraine's agricultural sector, including the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine, has appealed to the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, requesting the swift signing of the Law of Ukraine №12148 "On Amendments to the 'Final and Transitional Provisions' of the Civil Code of Ukraine Regarding the Peculiarities of Lending and Financial Leasing During Martial Law."

Implementation of the Raw Milk Control Program: Already 1053 Market Operators Joined the "Dairy Module"

Ukraine Increased Export Revenue in April

The growth in revenue from Ukraine's dairy exports in April was likely driven by a favorable euro exchange rate, demand for certain products, and a seasonal decline in milk production in Oceania. At the same time, Ukrainian exporters face new barriers: China's ban on reconstituted milk, the US trade war, increased competition in third-country markets, logistical complications, and the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in neighboring EU countries, according to Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine.

AMP and UDEU Appeal to the European Commission to Extend Autonomous Trade Measures

The European Commission does not plan to extend the regime of autonomous trade measures (ATMs) for Ukraine (the so-called "trade visa-free"), which is valid until June 5th.

Dairy Farms Increased Milk Production in the First Quarter

Dairy farms (MDFs) increased raw milk production volumes amid an unstable situation in the dairy market. This may contribute to an increase in surplus raw milk in the domestic market and complicate the sale of finished products, according to Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers.

Ruscists Continue to Terrorize Civilians: Significant Destruction at AMU Member Dairy Farm

Ruscists  continue their terror against the civilian population, the targeted destruction of agricultural enterprises, and Ukraine's food security. Dairy farm, a member of the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine in the Kharkiv region, has suffered significant damage.

Milk Prices Stabilized in Ukraine

A relative stabilization of raw milk prices has occurred in the domestic market. However, there are risks of further price decreases due to reduced supplies of skimmed milk powder and processed cheese products, the introduction of protectionist measures in export markets, as well as in the event of foot-and-mouth disease spreading, according to Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers.