Analysis shows that a large share of insecticides permitted in Ukraine are not allowed in the European Union. The difference in regulatory approaches is drawing attention from farmers and producers who work with EU markets.
For agribusiness, this creates a risk of export barriers and reputational pressure if production relies on substances that are restricted in the EU. It also raises questions about harmonization of standards and the pace of regulatory reform.
Experts argue that aligning lists of permitted substances and updating safety assessments would help reduce uncertainty for producers and improve access to European markets.
The issue highlights the broader challenge of integrating agricultural regulation with EU requirements while keeping crop protection effective.
