Ukraine and Canada are discussing practical steps to expand access for Ukrainian agricultural products to the Canadian market. The agenda also includes digitalization of state control and stronger laboratory capacity, which are essential for trust in food safety and veterinary oversight.
The talks involved representatives of Ukraine’s food safety authority and the Canadian Embassy. The focus was not only on trade volumes, but on the technical infrastructure that makes trade possible: certificates, inspections, data exchange and competent laboratories.
Certificates open the door
Ukraine and Canada have already agreed several veterinary certificate forms for Ukrainian exports. They create opportunities for producers of dairy products, eggs, poultry products and beekeeping goods. Work also continues on new categories, including sunflower oil, composite products, fish, pet food and grains.
At the same time, certificates for Canadian products entering Ukraine are also being coordinated. This makes the process more balanced and supports predictable two-way trade.
Digital control becomes part of trade policy
Ukraine presented the eFood system, a digital platform intended to modernize state control in food safety, veterinary medicine and consumer protection. The goal is to centralize processes, make interaction with business more transparent and move away from outdated information exchange.
Laboratory cooperation is another important element. Training visits, internships, interlaboratory tests and equipment support can help Ukrainian specialists align with international practices. For exporters, this means fewer technical barriers and a clearer route to markets that require strict food safety assurance.
