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Ukrainian farmers cut planting plans as Black Sea exports remain blocked

10/10/2026

Ukrainian farmers are reducing their planting for the coming season because millions of tons of grain remain trapped in storage, unable to reach international markets.

The blockage, driven by intensified Russian drone and missile attacks on Black Sea targets, has made it impossible to insure commercial ships.

While these strikes prevent Ukraine from exporting, Kyiv's retaliatory attacks have similarly stalled Russian exports, squeezing global supply.

As fatal attacks continue into October, prospects for a ceasefire appear slim, even as Turkey works to broker a deal to protect global food security.

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