Impact of SUN ONE on the Development of the Ukrainian Agricultural Sector

The agricultural sector is a major contributor to the national economy, accounting for almost 11% of the country’s GDP, 41% of total exports, and offering employment to more than 14% of the populace of Ukraine. Key areas of focus encompass the cultivation of cereals and oilseeds (wheat, barley, corn, sunflower, etc.), along with the advancement of livestock farming.

However, this sector faces various challenges. Even before the full-scale invasion, issues such as low mechanization levels, outdated production technologies, and logistical difficulties were prevalent. After 2022, the situation significantly worsened as additional problems emerged. These included territorial occupation, destruction of enterprises, equipment, and storage facilities, landmine threats in cultivated areas, mass population migration, mobilization of workers, power outages, rising fuel prices, and difficulties in marketing produced goods.

Despite these challenges, the agricultural business continues to find ways to survive and adapt to the complex conditions. Some farmers are shifting towards cultivating less resource-intensive crops, changing the geography of their sowing campaigns, or developing local consumption markets to reduce dependence on exports.

Even in these challenging times, the majority of producers do not cease sowing, harvesting, and managing their farm. They invest all their efforts in ensuring food security not only for Ukraine but also for the world.

For example, according to the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine, as of the second half of November, farmers had sown almost 5.8 million hectares of winter crops, which is 92.3% of the planned area.

Contrary to the forecasts of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food, which predicted a 13% decline in grain production in 2023, in addition to the 37% drop observed the previous year, expectations were not met.

Despite sowing 2.2 million hectares less than in 2022, favorable weather conditions led to increased yields. Barley, wheat, and corn reached record levels of 51.8 c/ha.

 This achievement, among other factors, is also attributed to highly skilled agricultural workers. Despite significant labor shortages observed before the full-scale invasion, which peaked recently, their dedication and professionalism have helped salvage the situation.

SUN ONE actively contributes to enterprises’ efforts to overcome the labor crisis.

 Staff outsourcing from SUN ONE for the Ukrainian Agricultural Sector

In 2023, we will direct nearly a third of our efforts towards outsourcing personnel in the agricultural sector. The results speak for themselves:

• Engaged 722 new specialists for field projects.
• Harvested crops on an area of 1145.4 hectares.
• Organized personnel transportation within an 80-kilometer radius.

We are actively recruiting and training specialists to join our team—individuals who excel in the search, selection, and administration of line personnel.

In 2024, we aspire to do even more for the development of the Ukrainian agricultural sector: not only to increase work volumes, but also to refine our strategies and approaches to staff recruitment. Our plans for this year include bringing in more new professionals, enhancing efficiency, and providing continued support for your business.

Advantages of Collaborating with SUN ONE in 2024

By partnering with SUN ONE, you not only gain the experience and professionalism of our team but also benefit from optimizations for your agribusiness:

• Individual approach: Our team considers every nuance of your business and develops personalized plans that align with the goals of each specific project.
• Wide range of services: We offer not only personnel selection but also consultation, training, and adaptation of new employees to the specific needs of your enterprise.
• Extensive pool of specialists: We have a broad array of qualified experts from various agricultural spheres ready to join your project and immediately contribute. From versatile workers efficiently handling various tasks in the field to experienced tractor drivers and combine operators ensuring optimal machinery operation and high task performance quality.
• Professionalism and reliability: SUN ONE possesses extensive experience in agriculture, enabling us to provide the best solutions and approaches to optimize your business operations.

Together, we can achieve more! We invite you to collaborate with SUN ONE. Reach out to our team for comprehensive solutions and support at all stages of your agribusiness development.