U-Food Association

Why did strawberries rise sharply in price in Ukraine? 📈Strawberry prices on the Ukrainian market are growing rapidly. Farmers sell the berry for 65-100 UAH/kg, which is on average 27% more expensive than a week ago, according to analysts of the EastFruit project. 🌨️According to the information, cool weather in the main strawberry growing regions caused slow ripening of berries, which prompted gardeners to raise prices for their products. The cool weather in these regions also led to slow ripening of berries, which further encouraged gardeners to raise prices. 📊Analysts note that the price of strawberries in Ukraine is currently 23% higher on average than in the same period last year. Last week, Ukrainian gardeners sold strawberries at 50-80 UAH/kg. 📉Market operators point out that the price of garden strawberries is likely to decline as the supply of this berry from local farms increases. In addition, stable supplies of cheaper imported strawberries are putting pressure on the market. ❓Do you think strawberry prices in Ukraine will continue to grow, or is a decline possible in the near future?

VOTE AGAINST THE ABOLITION OF BANKING SECRECY ❗An important petition to revise the National Revenue Strategy 2024-2030, which affects us all, has appeared on the government's website. We urge you to vote for it! 💡 The Last Capitalist educational initiative, together with the CASE Ukraine think tank (The Price of the State project), took the initiative to revise the National Revenue Strategy for 2024-2030. This document proposes to abolish the confidentiality of bank accounts and give the tax service the right to block them without a court order. 🤔 The authors of the current National Strategy also express a desire to limit the use of the simplified taxation system in order to combat tax evasion schemes. However, the main tax evasion occurs due to the institutional failure of the fiscal authorities (tax and customs), while cases of abuse of the simplified tax system are very rare. 💪 Signing this petition is important for entrepreneurs and the future of Ukraine's economy. Together we can influence government decision-making and ensure a more transparent and fair revenue strategy. 📢 Join the discussion, spread the word on social media and support the petition with your signature! ✍️ You can sign the petition here:  https://lnkd.in/dHkuXQtj

We continue the tender within the project «UFood2chains»! ❗We would like to inform you that due to the low activity of the participants, we are extending the tender for the purchase of the service "Sending printed catalogs to customers by postal service on the basis of importers" as part of the project «UFood2chains» with the support and funding of the German Society for International Cooperation (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. 📌The purpose of the tender is to find a qualified contractor who can ensure the quality of services and fulfillment of technical specifications. ⏳The deadline for receipt of applications is 17:00, May 24, 2024. We kindly ask you to carefully read the tender documentation and provide us with all the necessary documents within the established deadlines. ⚙Technical requirements: 🔵Sending postal items to EU countries and the UK to the addresses provided by the Public Union «U-Food». 🔵Parcel specifications: printed product catalog, A4 format, 0.5 cm thick, 0.7 kg. 🔵Number of shipments: 800 printed catalogs to 800 addresses (one catalog per address). 🔵Packaging: A4 envelope for sending mail. 🔵Transfer of catalogs for further shipment to the courier of the postal company at the address specified by the PU "U-Food". Detailed information and terms of participation can be found here: https://lnkd.in/d-N4u94H Public union «U-Food» sees great potential in this project for the development of new technologies and food products. We invite all interested parties to cooperate! Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Trends in the European snack market 🛒 The snack food market in Europe is developing dynamically, fueled by the growing demand for convenient, tasty and affordable food products. The average annual growth of Ukraine's exports to the EU in the category of cereal snacks over the past 5 years (2019-2023) amounted to 36.6%. In 2023, Ukraine's exports to the EU increased by 10.7%. The largest importers of Ukrainian products are Sweden (26%), Poland (13%), and Denmark (13%). 🗾 The European snacks market is characterized not only by a wide range of products, but also by constant changes in consumer preferences and consumption trends. In 2023, the volume of the snack food market in Europe is estimated at USD 46,220 million. Western Europe accounts for the majority of the market volume, namely USD 37,760 million. The market size of Eastern Europe is much smaller, i.e. USD 8,460 million. The largest countries in terms of snack market volume are: France, Germany, and Spain. 📈 One of the most interesting aspects of analyzing the snack market in Europe is to study current consumption trends and popular choices among consumers. Main trends: 🔵 Consumers are increasingly paying attention to the environmental aspects of packaging and compostable materials. 🔵 There is a growing demand for new flavors, including those reminiscent of restaurant dishes. 🔵 The pandemic has forced people to pay more attention to their health, so consumers are looking for snacks that are healthier, lower in fat, and higher in protein and fiber. 🔵 New snacks include recycled or "preserved" ingredients. 🔵 Brands are increasingly turning to e-commerce to meet instant consumer needs. 🔵 The innovations include snacks for any time of the day, not only as a snack but also to relieve stress. The snack food market in Europe is rapidly expanding as a result of product diversity, growing demand for convenient, tasty and affordable snacks, and changing consumer preferences, including environmental aspects, new flavors and healthy products. ❓ And which of these trends in snack consumption in Europe are you most interested in or impressed by? Share your thoughts in the comments!

Do not miss the opportunity to participate in the tender! ❗Public union «U-Food» invites you to take part in the tender for the purchase of the service "Sending printed catalogs to customers by postal service based on importers" within the framework of the project «UFood2chains» with the support and funding of the German Society for International Cooperation (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. 📌The purpose of the tender is to find a qualified contractor who can ensure the quality of services and fulfillment of technical specifications. The deadline for applications is 17:00, May 21, 2024.  We kindly ask you to carefully read the tender documents and provide us with all the necessary documents within the established deadlines. ⚙Technical requirements: 🔵 Sending postal items to the EU countries and the UK to the addresses provided by the Public Union "U-Food".  🔵 Parcel specifications: printed product catalog, A4 format, 0.5 cm thick, 0.7 kg. 🔵 Number of shipments: 800 printed catalogs to 800 addresses (one catalog per address). 🔵 Packaging: A4 envelope for sending mail. 🔵 Transfer of catalogs for further shipment to the courier of the postal company at the address specified by the PU "U-Food". Detailed information and terms of participation can be found here: https://lnkd.in/dF7D3GVb Public union «U-Food» sees great potential in this project for the development of new technologies and food products. We invite all interested parties to cooperate! Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

🔎Trends in the global chocolate market. 📊The global organic chocolate market is growing rapidly, reaching USD 13 billion in 2023. This trend is driven by consumers' growing awareness of healthy lifestyles and their desire for environmentally friendly products. The market is expected to continue to grow in the coming years, reaching USD 19.5 billion by 2028. 👫Consumers are increasingly interested in organic chocolate, which is free of artificial colors, flavors and preservatives and is made from environmentally friendly ingredients. Such chocolate is not only tasty, but also healthier, as it contains more antioxidants and other nutrients. 🏭The Ukrainian chocolate industry has significant potential for development in the global market. Ukrainian chocolate products are already widely popular in the European Union and its neighboring countries. Thanks to their high quality and the use of environmentally friendly raw materials, they have a unique potential for successful penetration of new markets around the world.  📈The average annual growth of EU chocolate exports in 2019-2023 was moderate, which may be due to a number of factors, such as rising cocoa prices and increased competition from other exporting countries. France, Germany and Italy are the three largest exporters of chocolate products from the EU, accounting for 32% of total exports. Exports of chocolate products from the EU to non-EU countries accounted for 68% of total exports.  🌿The production of high-quality organic chocolate from environmentally friendly ingredients, as well as active marketing and cooperation with international partners, can help Ukrainian producers gain a significant share of the global organic chocolate market. What do you think about the prospects of the Ukrainian chocolate industry in the international market?🍫🌍

📈Trends in the organic biscuit market 🌍The global market for organic biscuits is growing rapidly, reaching USD 711 million by 2024! The US and the EU are the market leaders, but other countries also show significant potential. For Ukrainian producers, this is a great opportunity to export their products, as demand for organic biscuits is growing all over the world. For successful exports, it is important to produce high-quality products, obtain certificates and develop an effective marketing strategy. Ukraine has every chance to become a market leader by actively using new opportunities! 🌿The organic biscuits market is most influenced by two trends: attention to a healthy lifestyle and consumer friendliness. Key consumer trends: 🔵Healthier food, additional functional characteristics, adaptability to special dietary needs.  🔵Consumers' self-indulgence, the desire to cheer up, to please themselves and their loved ones with delicious food.  🔵Premiumity. 🔵A product for children.   🔵Environmental responsibility of manufacturers. Premium organic biscuits are in line with current market trends, as they are made from organic ingredients without harmful substances. These biscuits also contain healthy ingredients that contribute to overall health and support environmental awareness. 🤔It also reflects consumers' growing interest in healthy lifestyles and concern for environmental issues. These two aspects make premium organic biscuits not only a delicious treat, but also a symbol of support for a healthy environment and personal well-being. ❓What steps do you think Ukrainian producers can take to succeed in the global organic biscuit market?

We are continuing the tender as part of the "UFood2chains" project! ❗We would like to inform you that due to the low activity of the bidders, we are extending the tender for the procurement of the service "Creation of a printed catalog of food products developed/improved within the framework of the project for potential importers on the basis of their own brand (up to 900 copies)". As part of the project implementation «UFood2chains» with the support and funding of the German Society for International Cooperation (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH). 📌The purpose of the tender is to find a qualified contractor who can ensure the quality of services and fulfillment of technical specifications. 🕒The deadline for submission of applications has been extended to 17:00, May 9, 2024. We kindly ask you to carefully read the tender documents and provide us with all the necessary documents within the established deadlines. ⚙Technical requirements:  🔵 Format: А4 🔵 Type of attachment: gluing with glue 🔵 Orientation: bookish 🔵 Approximate number of pages: 30 🔵 Cover: coated paper 300 g/m², 4+4, glossy lamination 🔵 Inner block: 130 g/m² coated paper, 4+4, glossy Detailed information and conditions of participation can be found at the link: https://lnkd.in/dqKdf572 Public union «U-Food» sees great potential in this project for the development of new technologies and food products. We invite all interested parties to cooperate! Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

🥖 Flour confectionery from Ukraine is a new pride in the international market! According to the State Customs Service, exports of this category of products are growing every year, achieving impressive results. However, with the emergence of new challenges and the “new normal,” Ukrainian companies need to prepare for the changes and establish sustainable export supplies. Let's take a look at what opportunities and challenges await us in this exciting export segment! 🌍 The global market of flour confectionery continues to surprise with its growth! According to research, in 2019, the total volume of imports of this category of goods amounted to as much as 37.3 billion US dollars! It is expected that global imports of flour confectionery will continue to grow in 2024. The growth is expected to be 2-3% in monetary terms and 1-2% in volume. And what is most interesting is that this figure is growing annually by 7% in monetary terms and by 11% in volume. This trend is very promising for Ukrainian producers, as it means even greater opportunities in the international market!  📈 Among the leading importers are the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France and other countries where the demand for flour confectionery is constantly growing. In particular, in the United States, imports have grown by 11% annually over the past 4 years, which indicates great potential for Ukrainian exporters.  🌟 Not only large but also smaller markets are showing promise. Countries in Europe and Asia, such as Romania, Hungary, the Philippines, and Malaysia, are also actively increasing their imports of flour confectionery.  💼 For Ukrainian companies, this is a great opportunity to increase their export volumes and attract new international partners. It is only necessary to work carefully on product quality and develop effective strategies to enter new markets. What do you think about this trend? 🤔✨

Join the tender. ❗Tender for procurement of the service “Creation of a printed catalog of food products developed/improved within the framework of the project value chains for potential importers on the basis of their own trademark (up to 900 copies)”.As part of the project «UFood2chains» with the support and funding of the German Society for International Cooperation (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH). 📌The purpose of the tender is to find a qualified contractor who can ensure the quality of services and fulfillment of technical specifications. ⏱The deadline for receipt of applications is 17:00, May 2, 2024. We kindly ask you to carefully read the tender documents and provide us with all the necessary documents within the established deadlines. ⚙ Technical requirements:  🔵Format: А4 🔵Type of attachment: gluing with glue 🔵Orientation: bookish 🔵Approximate number of pages: 30 🔵Cover: coated paper 300 g/m², 4+4, glossy lamination 🔵Inner block: 130 g/m² coated paper, 4+4, glossy Detailed information and terms of participation can be found here: https://lnkd.in/g5GWjWAN Public union «U-Food» sees great potential in this project for the development of new technologies and food products. We invite all interested parties to cooperate! Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH