Ukrainian berry exports grow as production stabilizes
"The export of berries in 2014 amounted to 21,500 tonnes, while in 2016 Ukraine delivered 44,700 tonnes to foreign markets. Frozen berries predominate in the structure of exports (blueberries, raspberries, cranberries and blackberries)," the expert said.
He explained that the main obstacle to expanding sales in the EU retail networks is the high cost of a Global Gap certificate, which allows exporting fresh products.
According to Feofilov, the berry business remains one of the investment-attractive segments of the agrarian sector in Ukraine. The main reasons for this trend are high margins, growing demand on the domestic and foreign markets, favorable climate conditions and healthy eating trends.
source: en.interfax.com.ua
