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Poland-Ukraine agricultural trade dispute

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Poland has maintained its embargo on Ukrainian agricultural imports, specifically targeting rapeseed and grain, to protect domestic farmers and market stability. In late July, Agriculture Minister Stefan Krajewski confirmed the rapeseed embargo would remain until Polish growers have sold their harvests and domestic farmers provide explicit consent, stating, “Nie zdejmiemy embarga bez zgody polskich rolników.” To support the agricultural sector, the government introduced subsidies for livestock, fertilizer aid, and fuel-tax rebates. By mid-August, the Polish government resisted pressure from the European Commission to lift these unilateral trade restrictions. Minister Krajewski emphasized that the embargo would persist until the EU provides firm guarantees and protective mechanisms. He cited the influx of 3.5 million tons of grain between 2022 and 2023 as a primary concern, arguing that Ukrainian grain should be directed to third countries rather than disrupting the Polish market or monopolizing port infrastructure intended for Polish exports. As of mid-August, Poland continues to uphold the grain ban despite ongoing pressure from the European Commission. Minister Krajewski reiterated that while Poland is willing to assist Ukraine, it will not do so at the expense of domestic farmers and food processors. He maintained that grain intended for Ukraine should be directed toward third-country markets to avoid disrupting local trade relations within Europe.

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