Ukraine’s meat market is showing signs of short-term stabilization, although strong inflationary pressure remains on a year-on-year basis, particularly in the processed products segment, ProAgro Group reports.
Data from the Food and Agriculture Organization shows that global meat prices continue to rise, driven by strong demand for beef and lamb, indirectly supporting domestic price levels.
In the processed segment, prices have paused after a period of rapid growth. Prices for boiled sausages have stabilized in the short term but remain significantly higher year-on-year, reflecting increased production costs already built into the market.
The raw beef market remains relatively balanced. Procurement prices for live cattle show no sharp fluctuations, with variations largely driven by regional differences and logistics costs. Beef currently appears to be the most stable segment among major meat categories.
The poultry and pork markets are also trending toward stabilization. Following earlier volatility, prices are showing moderate movements without sharp swings, indicating a balance between supply and demand. On an annual basis, moderate price increases persist, reflecting earlier rises in feed, energy and logistics costs.
Overall, the market is entering a phase of relative equilibrium. While sharp price movements are not observed, accumulated inflationary pressure from previous periods continues to keep prices elevated.
Earlier reports indicated that pork prices in Ukraine increased by more than 30% in 2025. The average consumer price reached UAH 242.97 per kilogram in November 2025, up 32.5% compared to UAH 183.31 per kilogram in November 2024.
Source: UCAB
