Ukraine’s flour exports declined to 66.8 thsd tons in 2025, the lowest level since 2006, when shipments totaled only about 10.5 thsd tons. According to the Union “Millers of Ukraine”, the sharp drop reflects the loss of traditional export markets and ongoing logistical disruptions caused by the war.
Industry representatives note that export operations previously allowed millers to expand production volumes and lower unit costs, generating additional income from foreign sales. However, logistical bottlenecks have effectively cut off most established destinations, significantly narrowing trade opportunities.
Currently, Moldova remains one of the few stable markets, while more than half of total exports are shipped to the European Union, mainly via rail and road transport. These routes limit shipment volumes and increase costs.
The association emphasizes that without the full reopening of Ukrainian seaports, domestic flour producers will struggle to compete globally with other exporters, leaving prospects for a meaningful recovery in foreign sales uncertain in the near term.
