In February, Ukraine’s market for canned dairy products is gradually adapting to new consumption and sales conditions. Amid prolonged power supply disruptions, consumers are increasingly opting for long-shelf-life products that do not require a cold chain, ProAgro Group reports.

At the same time, the production of sweetened condensed milk remains complicated, as the technological process requires a stable power supply. As a result, some enterprises are operating irregularly. Meanwhile, producers have accumulated stocks of finished products, as export shipments have declined significantly in recent times.

According to January results, exports of canned dairy products were significantly lower than at the end of last year and fell to one of the lowest levels in the recent period. Lower figures were recorded only at the end of last winter. Exports of sweetened condensed milk are expected to remain weak in February as well.

Overall, the price situation in the segment is stable. In mid-February, classic sweetened condensed milk in the wholesale channel is sold within customary price ranges, while products containing vegetable components are cheaper. In export markets, natural sweetened condensed milk traditionally commands a higher price than products manufactured under technical specifications.

Analysts note that going forward, producers will try to keep prices without sharp changes, as the canned dairy segment remains relatively attractive from an economic standpoint.

As previously reported, in the first half of last month Ukraine’s foreign trade in dairy products slowed significantly. The total value of exports and imports amounted to $13.6 million, which is 59% less than in the first half of December 2025.

Source: INFAGRO