Poland has banned the import of grain and other food items from Ukraine after farmers said their incomes were cut by the duty-free movement of large quantities of Ukrainian produce. However, Polish leaders were quick to say the issue would not impact its political and military support for Ukraine. Poland has been one of Ukraine's staunchest allies since Russia invaded in February 2022, handing over tanks and pledging jet fighters. But the redirection of cheap Ukrainian produce westward due to the war has slashed the earnings of Polish farmers. Their anger forced Henryk Kowalczyk to resign as Poland's agriculture minister earlier this month. To read the original story by Reuters, please click here.
Poland Bans Import Of Ukrainian Grain, Other Produce To Protect Local Farmers
A truck waits at a grain terminal during barley harvesting in Ukraine's Odesa region in July 2022.