Key Figures
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₴1 billion+ disbursed in the latest tranche of the Emergency Project for Inclusive Support to Restore Ukraine’s Agricultural Sector (ARISE)
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Three targeted subsidies now being paid out:
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Per-hectare land support
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Cattle (cow) maintenance subsidy
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Goat and sheep maintenance subsidy
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What the Money Supports
1. Per-Hectare Land Subsidy
Helps offset rising input costs and encourages continued cultivation on war-impacted farmland.
2. Cattle Support
Compensates livestock owners for feed and veterinary expenses, stabilizing domestic dairy and beef supply chains.
3. Goat & Sheep Support
Promotes diversification and resilience in small-scale livestock operations.
“Small producers are the backbone of Ukraine’s food security. This aid underpins sustainable rural development and our wider agrarian policy,”
— Vitaliy Koval, Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food
Eligibility Checklist
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Registered in the State Agrarian Register
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Submitted support applications on time and in full compliance with current regulations
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Did not receive identical subsidies last year
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Listed in the Ministry-approved recipient roster
Disbursement Timeline
| Stage | Responsible Body | Target Date |
|---|---|---|
| Verification of applications | Ministry of Agrarian Policy | Complete |
| Fund transfer to Ukrderzhfond | Ministry of Finance | Complete |
| Payments to farmers | Ukrderzhfond | By end of July 2025 |
About ARISE
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Funding source: State budget with international partner backing
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Objective: Fast-track recovery of Ukraine’s agricultural sector and preserve rural livelihoods amid wartime challenges
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Scope: Inclusive support for both crop and livestock producers, with an emphasis on small and medium-sized farms
Takeaway
The new ₴1 billion tranche underscores Kyiv’s commitment to shielding farmers from wartime shocks, safeguarding domestic food supplies, and laying groundwork for long-term rural resilience.
