Wartime Import Restrictions Of Ukraine’s Agricultural Products To The EU: Are They Justified?

This thesis investigates the impact of Ukrainian exports of wheat, maize, and rapeseed on Ukraine's neighbors, with a specific focus on the Polish and Hungarian markets since the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Before 2022, Ukraine relied on traditional export routes, such as transportation via the Black Sea ports. After February 2022, these pathways were disrupted, prompting Ukraine to explore alternative routes. The initiative of the EU Commission to assist Ukraine in transporting its products through its neighbors was implemented. However, this action led to the blockade of Ukrainian borders by Polish farmers, who accused Ukrainian farmers of harming the Polish agricultural market. This thesis adds to the ongoing discussion regarding the impact of Ukrainian exports on the internal markets of agricultural products in Poland and Hungary. The findings of this study offer valuable insights for stakeholders and policymakers involved in addressing the blockade of Ukrainian borders by Polish farmers.