Canada has opened the market for Ukrainian apple exporters

Ukraine has successfully secured approval from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to export fresh apples to Canada, opening up a new market for Ukrainian producers. The approval comes after negotiations between the Armed Forces, the State Food and Consumer Protection Service, and Canadian representatives. Ukrainian apples must now meet specific import requirements, including the registration of apple growers, packing companies, and exporters with the State Service for Food and Consumer Protection, and the implementation of pest control measures. Each shipment will require a phytosanitary certificate issued by the Ukrainian state service. The Ukrainian government is working to open more markets for Ukrainian exports, supporting producers and reducing technical trade barriers.

The Armed Forces and the State Food and Consumer Protection Service held successful negotiations with the Canadian side, as a result of which the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) approved the program for the export of fresh apples from Ukraine to Canada. Ukrainian producers have received new export opportunities to the Canadian market. “In the context of full-scale Russian aggression, we pay special attention to supporting the economy of Ukraine and Ukrainian exporters. A strong economy and stable enterprises play a critically important role in the overall defense capability of our country. Therefore, together with the State Food and Consumer Protection Service, we continue to create new opportunities for Ukrainian producers, liberalize trade, and open doors to new foreign markets,” said Andriy Sybiga, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. “Demand for Ukrainian products is only growing every year in the international trade arena. Today, Canada is opening its market for ...