A new grant programme has been launched in the State Agrarian Registry (SAR), offering agricultural enterprises in Ukraine up to USD 150,000 to develop aggregation models in the berry and vegetable sectors. The initiative is implemented by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) with financial support from the European Union (EU), in cooperation with Ukraine’s Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture. The programme aims to strengthen agribusinesses by bringing together small-scale farmers around shared infrastructure, product processing, and market access.
Agricultural producers from Chernivetska, Ivano-Frankivska, Khmelnytska, Lvivska, Ternopilska, Volynska, and Zakarpatska oblasts are eligible to apply. Participating enterprises must demonstrate readiness to integrate small-scale farmers into their operations, which can include establishing transparent procurement agreements, providing infrastructure access, and organizing training opportunities. Projects that introduce environmentally sustainable practices and innovative business solutions are prioritized, supporting modernization and competitiveness in the agri-food sector.
Applications are open through the State Agrarian Registry until 17 April 2026. A co-investment from applicants, ranging from 30 to 60 percent of the total project cost depending on the aggregator category, is required. The programme is designed to foster cooperation among small- and medium-sized agricultural enterprises, improve post-harvest handling and processing infrastructure, and expand farmers’ access to domestic and international markets. Participants will also receive technical support from FAO, including expert consultations, training, and guidance on developing sustainable business models and integrating small-scale producers effectively into value chains.
In the previous cycle of the aggregation models grant programme in 2025, aggregator enterprises in the berry and vegetable sectors in Chernivetska, Ivano-Frankivska, Lvivska, and Zakarpatska oblasts received over UAH 33 million in grants. These investments enabled businesses to acquire cold storage facilities, processing equipment, sorting lines, X-ray inspection systems, solar power installations, and transport equipment, helping to strengthen the capacity and efficiency of participating agribusinesses.
