The fruit industry in Ukraine experienced a significant boost in supply volumes in 2025, with an almost 30% increase in production. However, despite this substantial growth, tax payments saw a sharp decline, with the total amount paid dropping by UAH 108.4 million compared to the previous year. Danylo Hetmantsev, chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Finance, Taxation, and Customs Policy, revealed these figures on Telegram, raising questions about the sector’s financial dynamics.
The decrease in tax revenue, although the industry expanded its output, underscores a potential shift in business practices or policy impacts on the sector. Hetmantsev’s report highlights the challenge of balancing increased production with lower tax contributions, which could have broader implications for the national economy. As the fruit industry continues to grow, policymakers will need to address the discrepancy between production increases and tax outflows to ensure sustainable economic development.