On 20 June, the cosy, picturesque town of Zhashkiv, which has long been associated with the sincerity of people and the fertility of the Ukrainian land, hosted an event of strategic importance for the Ukrainian agricultural sector - the general meeting of members of the All-Ukrainian Agrarian Council (AAC).

✍🏻Це was a meeting of people who actually hold the country's food front, people who do not give up even when the land groans from war, and who believe that only together we can change the agricultural map of Ukraine.

💪Agenda that united hearts and actions
Andriy Dykun, Chairman of the UAC, addressed the participants with a sincere speech. In his emotional speech, he presented a report on the Council's activities, touching upon the most important achievements and challenges. The UAC is a movement that shapes policy, changes laws and defends the interests of every agrarian - from small farmers to large holdings.

"Today, more than ever, we feel united. We are not just about the harvest, we are about the country. We are about the frontline, where grain becomes a weapon and machinery becomes a line of defence. Together with you, we not only solve agricultural issues, but also systematically help the Armed Forces of Ukraine - from cars to drones. We have already collected and delivered more than five hundred pieces of equipment through our "SAVE UKRAINE" fund. Because victory is also our work," said Andriy Dykun.

👌Mykhailo Sokolov: about the truth that has power
The speech of Mykhailo Sokolov, who presented the results of the activities of the Smart Country think tank, was extremely informative and poignant. His words became a bell of truth ringing against manipulations and threats.

He paid special attention to the fight against the so-called "soybean amendments" that threaten the foundations of fair farming.

"These amendments are not only an economic threat. It is an attempt to break the backbone of agrarian independence. We have to protect those who work honestly on the land, who pay taxes and create value-added products," said Mr Mykhailo.

In his report, he also stressed that recycling and irrigation are the keys to the future. And it is in irrigation that Mr Sokolov noted the significant contribution of Odesa region, personally Alla Stoyanova, who did not just talk, but acted quickly and systematically, and continues to do so, creating conditions for the development of land reclamation in the most difficult conditions of martial law.

💬Alla Stoyanova: about the team, faith and vision
Alla Stoyanova, deputy of the Odesa Regional Council, said:
"Belief in people and common cause is the main strength of our agricultural front. We are not just growing - we are rebuilding. And our strength is in teamwork. When each of us sees the goal and does not give up, we are able to move mountains. The UAC is about such unity."

🇺🇦Розширення families: 250 more agrarian votes
One of the important decisions of the meeting was the admission of more than 250 new members to the UAC. This is evidence that the agrarian community trusts the Council, sees it as a force for good, protection and development.

The meeting in Zhashkiv proved that agrarians are about bold steps, responsibility and boundless love for the land.

The agrarian song of strength, faith, and unity has once again been heard in the heart of Ukraine. And let this song sound until complete victory - on the frontlines, in the fields, in laws and in hearts.

Because the UAC is more than an organisation. It is the soul of the Ukrainian village.