Kernel is the world’s leading producer and exporter of sunflower oil and Ukraine’s largest grain exporter. The company operates one of the country’s most extensive agricultural logistics networks and is Ukraine’s top producer of grains and oilseeds. Kernel combines decades of agribusiness expertise with modern production technologies and innovative solutions in precision farming.
Kernel cultivates over
358,000 hectares of leasehold farmland, making it Ukraine’s largest crop producer. Strategic crops include
corn, wheat, sunflower, and soybeans. The company implements advanced
precision farming technologies, leveraging Big Data and artificial intelligence to optimize production and create the world’s first integrated
DigitalAgriBusiness information system.
Kernel operates
7 state-of-the-art crushing plants, including 2 facilities producing bottled sunflower oil with a
combined capacity of 200 million liters per year. These plants process a wide range of oilseeds using modern technologies that ensure product quality and safety.
Logistics & StorageKernel’s logistics infrastructure includes:
- Over 40 silos with 2.8 million tons of grain storage capacity
- 28 grain elevators with 2.2 million tons capacity
- A leading network of export terminals capable of transshipping 11 million tons of soft commodities annually
This network ensures timely and reliable delivery of both Kernel’s harvest and purchased products, providing high-quality grain storage services to partners and international buyers.
Even in challenging conditions, Kernel ensures Ukrainian agricultural products reach global markets. In
FY2024, the company supplied
8 million tonnes of agricultural products worldwide, including a
9% share of the global sunflower oil export market. Kernel cooperates with over
5,000 agricultural producers through strategic partnerships, ensuring consistent supply and high-quality raw materials.
Kernel integrates environmental responsibility and worker safety into all operations. Industrial emissions are managed through advanced cleaning systems, reducing environmental impact. The company’s
innovative agritech solutions enhance productivity, traceability, and efficiency across its production and supply chain.