Ukraine Reduces Flour Exports by 3% Amid 21% Increase in Imports
In the first nine months of the 2025-2026 marketing year, Ukraine has experienced a 3% decline in wheat flour exports, while imports have surged by 21%.
In Ukraine, the results for the first nine months of the 2025-2026 marketing year (MY) indicate a 3% decrease in wheat flour exports. According to data released by the 'Millers of Ukraine' association on social media platform Facebook, the export volume reached 48,300 tons, which is lower compared to the same period last season when 49,800 tons were exported.
The association noted that approximately 35% of the export volume was directed to European Union countries. This represents a significant decrease compared to the previous season, where the share of the European market reached 44%. This change indicates shifts in Ukraine's foreign economic activities and potential changes in the demand for Ukrainian flour in European markets.
In the ranking of the largest consumers of Ukrainian flour for the first nine months of the 2025/26 MY, Moldova topped the list, importing 14,900 tons. Following Moldova is Palestine with an import volume of 9,200 tons, followed by the Czech Republic with 7,400 tons, Israel with 4,400 tons, and Spain with 4,200 tons. These figures suggest that Ukrainian flour continues to be in demand in the international market; however, the volumes of supplies to Europe are declining.
Furthermore, 'Millers of Ukraine' highlighted the increase in wheat flour imports into Ukraine. During the reporting period, nearly 2,300 tons of flour were purchased, which is a 21% increase compared to the same period last year when imports amounted to 1,900 tons. This indicates that the domestic market in Ukraine is also undergoing changes and may require additional volumes of flour to meet consumer demand.
Overall, the situation in the flour market in Ukraine reflects a challenging state of the industry, where a decrease in exports alongside an increase in imports may indicate changes in consumption patterns and demand for flour. It is important to note that such trends could have long-term implications for Ukrainian producers, who may face new challenges in external markets.