This marks steady year-on-year growth – 30,000 tons more than in 2025 and 50,000 tons more than in 2024 – confirming poultry as one of the country’s most dynamic agribusiness sectors.
Expanding Export Potential
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Chicken exports are projected to reach 490,000 tons in 2026, up from 470,000 tons in 2025 and 463,000 tons in 2024.
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Ukraine’s competitive production costs and proximity to the EU, Middle East, and North Africa make it an attractive supplier in global poultry markets.
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Trade liberalization under the EU–Ukraine framework is expected to further support export growth.
Domestic Market Drivers
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Ukrainian consumers are shifting from beef and pork to chicken as a more affordable and healthier protein source.
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Rising consumption ensures stable domestic demand, reducing market risks for producers and investors.
Why Poultry is a Strong Investment Vector
For foreign investors, Ukraine’s poultry sector offers:
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Scalability – rapidly growing production capacities supported by modern farms and vertically integrated agroholdings.
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Export access – expanding EU quotas and established distribution channels to MENA and Asia.
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Resilience – poultry is less vulnerable to wartime disruptions compared to other livestock, thanks to shorter production cycles and lower costs.
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Value chain opportunities – investment potential in feed production, processing facilities, cold storage, and logistics.
✅ Key Takeaway: With production rising to 1.44 million tons and exports nearing half a million tons annually, Ukraine’s poultry industry is cementing its role as a regional protein hub. For investors, this sector combines strong domestic demand, expanding export opportunities, and scalable agribusiness projects — making it one of the most promising entry points into Ukraine’s agricultural future.
