Briefly
Program description
The Ukraine Agricultural Support Program (UASP) is funded by the Howard G. Buffett Foundation. The goal is to strengthen the economic self-reliance and resilience of households and SMEs. In 2025, four priority sub-sectors were identified: poultry, beekeeping, livestock, and horticulture. The invitation aims to identify opportunities to strengthen small farmers within local value chains and expand their market access. This is the first stage of a two-stage process.
Main Information
Eligibility
- Small and medium agricultural businesses;
- farmer associations;
- cooperatives;
- agri-entrepreneurs;
- processors;
- input suppliers;
- advisory service providers.
Applicants must operate legally in Ukraine and have a connection to the target sectors and regions.
Financing
Support aims to overcome systemic constraints:
- production technologies;
- high feed prices;
- limited access to finance;
- veterinary services;
- market access;
- advisory services.
Co-investment is possible within individualized support packages.
Supported Activities
- Small-scale processing, collection, storage, packaging.
- Joint marketing and networking.
- Diversification and development of branded products.
- Modernization of production systems.
- Implementation of new technologies and regenerative agriculture.
- Initiatives for women, IDPs, people with disabilities, and veterans.
Roadmap
1. Submission of Expression of Interest (until 24.01.2026).
2. Shortlisting.
3. Invitation to submit a full application.
4. Evaluation and co-design phase with candidates.
How to Apply
An online form must be completed via the link. The form should include a brief description of the business idea and demonstrate its impact on small producers.
Evaluation Criteria
- Innovativeness and viability of business ideas.
- Potential to strengthen the role of small farmers.
- Improvement of access to markets and resources.
- Increasing resilience to shocks.
- Commercial potential and market relevance.
Required Documents
Expression of Interest (via online form).
Updates / Announcements
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; therefore, it is recommended to start the submission as early as possible.