When we talk about the export of Ukrainian agricultural products, many people immediately imagine a caravan of trucks with wheat, corn or sunflower. But the world has changed – niche crops have entered the arena, which are bought no less willingly in the EU. And they don’t just buy them, they pay many times more. Because they are superfoods, a source of organic protein, fiber and minerals.<\/p>\n\n
As Europeans increasingly replace traditional meat with plant-based protein, seek alternatives to gluten, and seek out products that have not been processed with chemicals, this is where the Ukrainian success story with amaranth, chickpeas, spelt, and organic berries begins.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 What is it? An ancient Indian culture that contains complete protein, calcium, magnesium, and iron. Ideal for vegans, athletes, and people with celiac disease.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 Where is it grown? Poltava region. The Eco-Ranok farm grows amaranth on 35 hectares and supplies it to Germany and Italy.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 Why buy? The EU is actively looking for gluten-free products with high protein content. Amaranth is processed into flour, cereals, and bars.<\/p>\n\n
\n\ud83d\udfe2 The price of organic amaranth can exceed $2.5\/kg. For comparison, wheat yields $0.2\u20130.3\/kg.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n
2. Chickpeas \u2014 the organic gold of the Middle East and Europe<\/h3>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 What is it? A legume that is widely used in hummus, soups, and salads. A source of fiber and protein.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 Where is it grown? Cherkasy region. The Green Way cooperative exports chickpeas to Austria, Spain, and France.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 Special feature? Chickpeas grow well even on poor soils, do not require excessive watering and are drought-resistant.<\/p>\n\n
\n\ud83d\udce6 One container of organic chickpeas can bring in $10\u201312 thousand in revenue, with relatively low costs.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n
3. Spelt is a gluten that is forgiven<\/h3>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 What is it? An ancient relative of wheat with a less aggressive form of gluten. The taste is nutty, the texture is dense, ideal for pasta and bread.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 Where is it grown? Farmers in Transcarpathia and Frankivsk region. The farm “Organic Karpaty” sells spelt to Switzerland and Belgium.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 Demand? High among people who want to reduce their consumption of regular gluten but are not ready to give up baked goods completely.<\/p>\n\n
\n\ud83c\udf5e There are over 300 bakeries in the EU that produce only spelt bread. They are looking for proven suppliers of organic raw materials.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n
4. Berries are an organic sweet weapon<\/h3>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 What? Raspberries, blueberries, sea buckthorn, aronia – all of these are valuable antioxidants.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 Where is it grown? Transcarpathia, Chernihiv region, Volyn. The Karpatski Yagody farm has direct contracts with Polish and German processors.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 Advantage? Frozen organic berries have a stable demand in the EU, because they are used in smoothies, desserts, and pharmaceuticals.<\/p>\n\n
\n\u2744\ufe0f Organic raspberries in IQF (quick freeze) can cost $3\u20134\/kg for export. At the same time, the yield is up to 7 tons\/hectare.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n
\ud83d\ude80 Why should farmers pay attention to niche?<\/h2>\n\n
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- Less competition. Unlike wheat or corn, there aren’t many players here yet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Higher margin. Although the area is smaller, the income is higher.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Customer loyalty. European companies are looking for long-term partners with clean products.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Support from the state and donors. Many grants and programs specifically for small farmers with niche crops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
\ud83d\udccd Examples of successful exporters<\/h2>\n\n
\ud83d\udd38 LLC “Agroorganic”, Poltava region<\/p>\n\n
They export amaranth to Austria. In 3 years, they went from 5 hectares to 60. They installed their own mini-cleaning and packaging line.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd38 FG “Sunnyachne zerno”, Cherkasy<\/p>\n\n
They grow chickpeas, lentils, and mustard. They work with a Dutch company through the Organic-Bio.net platform.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd38 Cooperative “Transcarpathian Berry”<\/p>\n\n
They have 50 small producers. They have united for certification and export through one logistics company.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udfe2 Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n
Ukraine is not only the breadbasket of Europe, but also its organic pharmacy. Superfoods, plant proteins, ancient crops are a chance for Ukrainian farmers to reach a qualitatively new level. In this game, it is not hectares that are important, but the ability to see demand and respond to it correctly.<\/p>\n\n
\n\ud83c\udf0d And while the world is fighting for healthy eating, Ukrainian fields already have the answer.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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