Ukraine admitted into UN fund that supports small farmers
Ukraine’s small-scale farmers, who are playing a critical role in feeding the population during the war, will be eligible for funding through the U.N.'s International Fund for Agricultural Development following Ukraine’s induction Wednesday into the body
By AP News
Published - Feb 15, 2023, 09:24 AM ET
Last Updated - Jun 22, 2023, 09:32 PM EDT
ROME (AP) —
Ukraine’s small-scale farmers, who are playing a critical role in feeding the population during the war, will be eligible for funding through the U.N.'s International Fund for Agricultural Development following Ukraine’s induction Wednesday into body, officials said.
Small farmers in Ukraine “play a fundamental role in feeding the country” during the war, producing up to 80% of dairy, fruits and vegetables consumed by the population, IFAD said in a statement.
Farmers in the western provinces, where many people have fled to escape fighting in the east, “will require support to meet the increased demand for food,’’ the organization said.
