Honey

The Ukrainian honey sector is growing steadily, both in terms of production and exports. Honey made in Ukraine has a positive image on the global market. Currently, honey producers are looking for new export opportunities.

• Ukraine is the world’s 5th biggest honey exporter.
• Ukraine accounts for 5.1% of global honey exports.
• Ukrainian honey producers export their products to more than 40 countries of the world.
• The Ukrainian honey sector includes more than 300 large, medium-sized and small producers.

Ukraine has been among the top ten producers in the world honey market for many years. Exports from the country have been growing rapidly over the past few seasons. The honey sector reported outstanding results in 2020 and reached an absolute record – almost 81,000 tonnes with a total value of USD 138.9 million. The biggest importers of honey from Ukraine in 2020 were: Poland (25%), Germany (20%), Belgium (11%) and the USA (10%). Also in 2020 Ukraine was the biggest exporter of honey to the European Union.

Stakeholders

The Ukrainian Food Association (U-Food) is a non-governmental institution that represents 83 food and drink producers. As part of its activities, the U-Food Association provides its members with analytical information and advises on foreign trade conditions and opportunities. U-Food set up the Ukrainian Food Platform and organises the Ukrainian Food Expo.

The Union of Beekeepers of Ukraine is a public association that represents the interests of beekeepers. It provides up-to-date information for beekeepers, organises conferences and monitors other activities by non-profit organisations.