Government Increases Compensation for Agricultural Equipment Costs for Farmers in Combat Zones

The government of Ukraine continues to actively support agricultural producers working in territories that have been impacted by combat actions. This was reported by Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko on her Telegram channel, where she detailed the new changes that were adopted this week for farmers operating in frontline regions.

Specifically, Svyrydenko noted that the government has expanded the compensation program for agricultural machinery produced in Ukraine, as part of the 'Made in Ukraine' initiative. She emphasized that for agricultural producers operating in combat zones, the compensation has increased to 40% (up from the previous 25%) provided that more than 80% of their land is located in the combat zone. For the year 2026, the program has allocated 1.8 billion hryvnias, and it covers 166 manufacturers and more than 14,000 types of equipment.

Additionally, the Prime Minister addressed the issue of compensation for costs related to land reclamation. She stated that the state is prepared to cover up to 80% of expenses (excluding VAT) for the repair, reconstruction, and construction of irrigation systems and pumping stations in frontline and de-occupied regions. This decision aims to support agrarians in restoring their activities and ensuring stability in the agricultural sector.

Regarding compensation for lost crops, Svyrydenko announced that 236 agricultural producers in the Kherson region will receive 4,700 hryvnias per hectare, with payments being made for areas up to 2,000 hectares. Payments from the state budget are set to begin next week, marking an important step in supporting farmers who have suffered losses due to combat actions.

The Prime Minister also discussed support for livestock farming, noting that applications for assistance will be accepted starting April 7. Farmers can receive 7,000 hryvnias per cow (for those with 3 to 100 heads) and 2,000 hryvnias per goat or sheep (for those with 5 to 500 heads) through the State Agricultural Register. These measures are aimed at supporting livestock farming amid a challenging economic situation.

Overall, Svyrydenko emphasized that the government is implementing a comprehensive set of programs that include grants, compensation, direct payments, livestock support, and insurance. To enhance energy independence in the context of limited electricity supply, preferential loans are also available, including the '5-7-9%' program and loans at 0% interest up to 10 million hryvnias for energy equipment. These initiatives are designed to provide agricultural producers with the necessary resources to restore and develop their businesses.

It is worth noting that earlier, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine introduced insurance for war risks and grants for the recovery of agricultural businesses, which is another significant step in supporting the country's agricultural sector amid the war. All these measures reflect the government's efforts to ensure stability in the agricultural sector and support farmers facing numerous challenges.