What the renewed Black Sea blockade means for Ukraine’s farmers
Summary
Ukraine and Russia are attacking each other’s ports and ships in the Black Sea, slowing down shipments of grain that are vital for Ukraine’s farming economy. Both countries have targeted key infrastructure, and efforts to create a truce for safe passage of civilian ships have not succeeded.Key Facts
- Ukraine is a major producer of wheat, barley, sunflower seeds, and corn, with 90% of its exports going through the Black Sea.
- Fighting has damaged grain terminals, ports, and ships on both the Ukrainian and Russian sides.
- Ukraine has launched drone attacks on Russian energy and transport infrastructure to pressure Moscow.
- Russia responds by hitting Ukraine’s grain silos, port facilities, and ships near Odesa.
- Russia wants Ukraine to stop attacking its energy sector before agreeing to a truce in the Black Sea.
- Ukraine’s farming sector accounts for about 20% of its economy and nearly half of its exports during peaceful times.
- The conflict is causing serious challenges for farmers and risks global food supply disruptions.
- Both nations have damaged commercial container ships and grain terminals in the contested waters.
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