Ukrainian Livestock Farming Adapts to EU Standards
Ukraine is moving from harmonising legislation to implementing European standards for farm animal welfare. This topic was discussed at the forum “Animal Welfare – Ukraine 2026: From Commitments to Action,” which brought together more than 830 participants in a hybrid format. The event was held for the third time as part of a global initiative […]
Taras Vysotskyi Discussed Adaptation of Ukrainian Legislation to EU Standards in Brussels
During his visit to Brussels, Ukraine’s Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food, Taras Vysotskyi, met with Sandra Gallina, Director-General of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety. According to Vysotskyi, the parties discussed further alignment of Ukrainian legislation with European Union standards and the practical implementation of European requirements. The Ukrainian side briefed […]
The Government is creating a State Register of Documents for Animal Welfare
In practice, this means a simpler and clearer system for everyone working in the livestock sector. A single register will contain information on employees’ certificates and authorisations, documents for vehicles used to transport animals, transport permits, and other required data. Importantly, this is not simply about creating another register. It is a step toward digitalisation […]
THE EU UPDATES RULES FOR THE IMPORT OF PRODUCTS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN: WHAT UKRAINIAN EXPORTERS NEED TO KNOW
Accessing European Union markets for Ukrainian products requires not only high quality but also continuous adaptation to updated EU legislation. That is why the State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection continues to inform market operators about key changes that may affect exports.The European Union continues to improve its system of veterinary […]
Government Identifies Bills Essential for Ukraine’s Progress Toward EU Membership
Ukraine must adopt several key bills as soon as possible to continue advancing toward membership in the European Union. Member of Parliament Olha Vasylevska-Smahliuk announced this, citing the government’s report on the implementation of the National Program for the Approximation of Ukrainian Legislation to EU Law. According to her, the Cabinet of Ministers has identified […]
The Agricultural Sector on the Path to the EU: Practical Steps for Adaptation in Livestock Farming
Ukraine’s EU membership requires the adaptation of livestock farming to stricter standards for product safety, animal welfare and environmental regulations. At the same time, the changes and innovations that agricultural producers will have to implement on farms will help raise production standards and expand export opportunities for Ukrainian products. A key element in the context […]
Ukraine’s EU accession: main requirements for dairy farms named
European rules for dairy farms focus on three key areas. After joining the EU, relevant regulations will also apply to Ukrainian enterprises. This was stated by specialists from the State Service for Food Safety and Consumer Protection during a congress that brought together more than 500 representatives of the Ukrainian dairy industry. The first important […]
Ukrainian dairy producers call for continued EU integration despite the return of duties
At the May 20 presentation of the Roadmap for integrating the dairy industry into the EU, Ukrainian processors stated the need to continue adapting to European standards, despite the complications of trade and the return of duties and quotas on Ukrainian products. It was stated in an interview with Latifundist.com by Valentyn Zaporoshchuk, president of […]
Ukrainian Dairy Sector on the Path to the EU: Finalising the Roadmap
A key online consultative meeting was held last week to finalise the Roadmap for the Integration of Ukraine’s Dairy Sector into the EU. This document is a strategic planning tool that defines specific steps, deadlines and responsible persons to achieve full compatibility of the Ukrainian dairy industry with European standards. The meeting began with an […]
ELIZABETH SVIATKIVSKA, Coordinator of the SMPU Committee on European Integration: European integration is not only about rules, but also about our competitiveness in the global market
– The work on the development of the Roadmap for the European integration of the dairy sector of Ukraine is coming to an end. Its presentation to the dairy community is expected in May. What, in your opinion, was the most challenging part of this work? In my opinion, the biggest challenge in developing the Roadmap […]