Budget Program 'Humanitarian De-mining' Launched for Agrarians
The Ukrainian Center for Humanitarian De-mining has announced the launch of a program that covers 100% of the costs for de-mining agricultural lands, offering significant support to farmers affected by the war.
According to the information agency Ukrinform, the Center for Humanitarian De-mining has officially launched a program that provides 100% coverage of expenses for de-mining agricultural lands. Additionally, farmers can receive an 80% compensation for lands that have already been cleared of explosive remnants of war (ERW) from February 24, 2022, to April 15, 2024.
This year, the Ukrainian government has allocated 2 billion hryvnias in the state budget for 2023 to support humanitarian de-mining of land plots used for agriculture. This substantial financial backing is crucial for agrarians who have suffered from the consequences of the war and are in dire need of restoring their lands.
Applications for participation in the program can be submitted by agrarians, state-owned enterprises where 100% of shares are owned by the state, and individual farmers whose lands are contaminated or potentially contaminated with explosive remnants of war. To participate, agrarians must obtain confirmation from the Center for Mine Action (CMA) regarding the contamination of their lands with ERW and meet specific criteria.
This year, the Ukrainian government, at the initiative of the Center for Humanitarian De-mining, has simplified the conditions for participation in the program. Agrarians are no longer required to open escrow accounts in banks, where funds were previously deposited to cover the costs of de-mining operations. This procedure will now be handled directly by the Center for Humanitarian De-mining, significantly streamlining the process for program participants.
Thanks to the implementation of the 'Humanitarian De-mining' program, over 15,000 hectares of agricultural land have already been cleared of explosive remnants and returned to active use. This achievement underscores the program's effectiveness and its critical importance for the recovery of the agricultural sector in Ukraine.
As noted by Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, since the onset of Russia's full-scale invasion, 40,700 square kilometers of land have been returned to productive use. This marks a significant step toward economic recovery and ensuring food security in the country.
The 'Humanitarian De-mining' program is part of the Ukrainian government's broader efforts to support agrarians during a challenging time when many lands remain contaminated due to hostilities. It not only enables the restoration of agricultural lands but also ensures the safety of the people working on these plots.
For additional information and to submit applications, agrarians can contact the Center for Humanitarian De-mining and follow updates through official channels such as Telegram, Instagram, and YouTube.