Ukraine Sets a 7-Year Record for Egg Exports: Where Were They Bought the Most?
17 June 23:45
In May 2026, Ukrainian egg producers set a new multi-year record for export volumes. Over the course of the month, Ukraine exported 229.18 million chicken eggs. This was reported by the Ukrainian Poultry Farmers’ Union, according to "Komersant Ukrainian"
This is the highest monthly figure in the last seven years.
Ukraine Sets Record for Egg Exports
In May, Ukrainian producers exported 229.18 million chicken eggs. Compared to April, the volume of shipments increased by 11.4%.
Compared to May 2025, the growth is even more pronounced: exports increased by 20.1% in volume and by 39.2% in value.
Total revenue from egg exports in May amounted to $23.9 million.
This figure was the highest in seven years
The May result was a record high for Ukraine over the past seven years. Ukrainian producers previously recorded their highest figure in recent years in March 2026, when they exported 216.2 million eggs worth $24 million.
The all-time high, however, remains the figure from March 2019, when Ukraine exported 239.4 million eggs.
How Many Eggs Did Ukraine Export in 5 Months?
From January through May 2026, Ukraine exported 1.014 billion chicken eggs.
Total export revenue for this period amounted to $112.5 million.
Compared to the same period in 2025, export volumes increased by 22%, and foreign exchange earnings rose by 64%.
This means that Ukrainian producers not only increased the volume of their shipments but also generated significantly higher revenue from overseas sales.
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Where Did Ukraine Export the Most Eggs?
European countries were the main buyers of Ukrainian eggs in the first five months of 2026.
The largest shares of exports went to:
- Spain — 28.1%;
- United Kingdom — 14%;
- Poland — 9.4%;
- Israel — 7.3%.
Overall, European Union countries accounted for about 75% of all Ukrainian egg exports.
Why the EU Has Become the Main Market for Ukrainian Eggs
European Union countries remain a key destination for Ukrainian agricultural exports. For egg producers, this market is important due to stable demand, favorable logistics, and trade conditions.
The growth in shipments to the EU also demonstrates the competitiveness of Ukrainian products in the European market. Ukrainian eggs are actively purchased by countries with high demand for food products and stable import channels.
Why Revenue Increased
Revenue from egg exports grew faster than the physical volume of shipments. While the number of eggs exported in the first five months increased by 22%, revenue rose by 64%.
This may indicate higher export prices, a change in the structure of shipments, or more favorable sales terms in foreign markets.
For Ukrainian producers, this is a positive sign, as the growth in foreign currency revenue supports the industry and strengthens Ukraine’s position in the international food market.
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