today’s collected reporting — by newsroom and editorial bloc
today’s collected reporting — by newsroom and editorial bloc
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The Odesa region has completed the harvest of early grains and legumes, collecting over 5 million tonnes of grain from an area of about 1.2 million hectares. The average yield reached 42 quintals per hectare, marking the highest figure in the region's history.
On the morning of September 9, a Russian attack drone struck the production facilities of the Prometey elevator in Mykolaiv. The attack damaged a grain storage facility, a grain dryer, warehouse premises, a vehicle scale, and a laboratory. All employees of the enterprise remained unharmed.
Argentina is increasing its corn exports, leading to a loss of markets for Ukrainian corn. The rise in Argentinian supplies is attributed to difficulties in Ukrainian exports due to Russian attacks on ports. Argentina is expected to set a record for corn exports in August and September.
Ukrainian Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food Taras Vysotsky met with representatives of the European Business Association to discuss support for agribusiness, export opportunities, and European integration. The parties focused on practical solutions to maintain the agrarian sector's operations amid the war.
Experts advise against immediately transferring freshly dug potatoes to the cellar for long-term storage. The tubers need time to dry and adapt; otherwise, they may rot or develop mold.
Military forces are continuing their advance towards the Mykolaiv region. According to various reports, they are approaching Mykolaiv, particularly the Koralbnyi district.
This year, Ukraine is experiencing an active mushroom season, delighting foragers with a generous harvest. Foragers from various regions, including Chernihiv and Ivano-Frankivsk, report a large quantity of mushrooms.
The blockade of ports in Ukraine due to Russian strikes has resulted in a critical decline in agricultural exports. Estimates suggest the country could lose up to $2 billion in export revenue monthly, with total losses potentially exceeding $5 billion.
From January to August 2026, Ukraine imported goods worth $66.3 billion, while exports totaled $26.6 billion. The trade deficit increased to $40 billion, partly due to a 19% drop in exports in August. The main import partners for Ukraine were China, Poland, and Germany.
In the Ukrainian market, sunflower is now cheaper than rapeseed for the first time in two years. Prices for sunflower have dropped by 500–1000 UAH per ton, reaching 18,700–20,500 UAH/ton, while rapeseed continues to rise due to reduced supply.
Numerous warnings about danger have been reported in the Chabany and Hatne areas. Residents are urged to be cautious and vigilant.
The family of MP Volodymyr Areshonkov, who voted to limit the activities of NABU and SAP, acquired a mansion in Zakarpattia without sufficient official income. An investigation revealed that the MP's 88-year-old mother became the owner of a 200 sq. m house in the village of Vyshkovo in July 2022.
An indictment has been sent to court against the acting director of a state agricultural enterprise in Bukovyna. He is accused of embezzling state property by selling soy and sunflower at prices significantly below market value.
Experts from the Main Department of the State Consumer Service in Poltava Oblast provided recommendations for selecting cover crops for autumn sowing. They emphasized the importance of cover crops for improving soil structure and suppressing weeds, as well as discussing various types of plants that can be sown after harvesting main crops.
On September 8, Turkey plans to sign a memorandum with Russia to increase nitrogen fertilizer imports. The agreement aims to address supply issues of urea from Gulf countries ahead of the planting season.
