Sustainability of Food Systems: Ukraine’s Agricultural Sector in the Face of War

• Published in: Scientia agriculturae Bohemica Vol. 31; no. 1; pp. 1 - 13
• Main Authors: Satyr, L., Zadorozhna, R., Kepko, V., Stadnik, L.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 30.03.2024
• ISSN: 1805-9430; 1805-9430
• DOI: 10.7160/sab.2024.550101

The resilience of food systems is vulnerable to many risks, including the danger of wars. The Russian-Ukrainian war raised uncertainty about food security in Ukraine and globally, questioning the ability of Ukraine’s agricultural sector to maintain the sustainability of food systems. Analysis of time series, structure, structural shifts and indexes designed by analytical centers for subject-matter area, were applied to obtain results. The findings indicate that Ukraine is a net exporter of agricultural products on the international market. The Russian-Ukrainian war poses a threat to the Sustainable Food Systems due to a range of risks. Despite enormous damage to its agriculture, Ukraine retains its role as a reliable food supplier. The Black Sea Grain Initiative prevented food prices from rising, which began when the war started. The rapid post-war recovery of Ukrainian agriculture will significantly enhance global food security.