06.02.2025

Grants, Loans, Investments: Key Takeaways from the "Agroprocessing: Financing & Investments – 2025" Conference

How can agroprocessing businesses secure funding? Where can they find grants? What financial programs do banks and international institutions offer? These were the pressing questions addressed at the "Agroprocessing: Financing & Investments – 2025" conference, held on January 31 in Kyiv. Organized by Agro Marketing Agency and the Flour Millers of Ukraine Association, the event brought together over 200 industry leaders, including representatives of agroprocessing enterprises, banking institutions, international financial organizations, and government agencies.

What was discussed?

Government financial programs: What funding opportunities will be available for agribusiness in 2025?
Grants and international support: Representatives from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the World Bank Group presented financing programs for Ukrainian enterprises.
Partner lending programs: Ukrainian banks introduced more flexible financing solutions for agroprocessing businesses compared to traditional loans.
Real success stories: How agroprocessing enterprises are securing grants and international investments, even amid wartime challenges.

Why does this matter?

This conference wasn’t just about discussions—it was a platform for actionable solutions and new partnerships. Agroprocessing businesses walked away with clear strategies on how to secure funding, while banks and international financial institutions connected with businesses ready to leverage their programs.

The organizers are already working on upcoming events that will continue to support agribusiness growth, even in the most challenging times. Stay tuned!