Ukrainian farmers are actively using state support under the government’s eRobota programme. This year, agricultural enterprises have received grants totalling UAH 464.8 million, said Vitaliy Koval, Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine.
Since the start of the programme in 2022, the state has paid more than UAH 1.17 billion to support 251 agricultural enterprises. A significant part of the funds was allocated for the development of greenhouse and horticulture. Thus, UAH 319.8 million was allocated to 65 companies for the construction of greenhouses, and another UAH 849.9 million was spent to support 191 agricultural enterprises engaged in horticulture, berry growing and viticulture.
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This year, special attention was paid to the creation of new gardens and greenhouses, for which almost half a billion hryvnias have already been allocated. The last payment under the programme was made on 28 November, when four more companies received UAH 19.3 million for the development of greenhouses and gardens.
The eRobota programme remains a key tool for supporting small and medium-sized businesses in the agricultural sector, contributing to their sustainable development even in difficult economic conditions.
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