Sunflower Meal (Sunflower Cake) Prices in Ukraine: Regional Market Overview

As of January 2026, there is no official centralized government statistics published for sunflower meal prices by region in Ukraine. Therefore, the figures below reflect current market-based estimates, compiled from actual offers by producers, traders, and online agricultural marketplaces. Prices vary depending on protein content, moisture level, delivery terms (EXW/CPT), batch size, and regional demand.

Average Market Price Range

On the Ukrainian domestic market, bulk sunflower meal prices generally range between:

UAH 8,000 – 10,500 per metric ton

Lower prices are typically observed in central and oilseed-producing regions, while higher levels are more common in regions with higher logistics costs or smaller supply volumes.

📈 Sunflower Prices in Ukraine Are Rising: Key Market Drivers in 2026

📊 Sunflower Purchase Prices Increase at Processing Plants

In January 2026, the Ukrainian sunflower market has seen a noticeable increase in purchase prices. At several processing plants, prices for sunflower seeds rose by around UAH 1,000 per ton compared to previous weeks. In particular, some Kernel oil extraction plants offered UAH 26.4–27.1 thousand per ton, while in certain regions prices reached UAH 28,000 per ton and higher.

This price growth is driven by strong demand from processors combined with a limited supply of high-quality raw materials.

🔌 Operating Costs and Logistics Restrain Further Growth

Analysts note that further price increases are constrained by rising operational costs at processing plants. Frequent power outages force factories to rely on generators, significantly increasing production costs. In addition, domestic logistics and transportation expenses have also risen, limiting processors’ ability to raise purchase prices further.