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Layoffs have begun in the Odessa port due to downtime, but corn remains in the field

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In the port of Odessa, layoffs began due to downtime, despite the previous prestige of working there.
Agricultural expert Anna Kovalchuk reported that a significant part of the corn will remain in the field over the winter, which leads to damage to the crop.
The publication notes that the blockade of ports leads to the ruin of Ukrainian farmers.

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Previously, the Odessa port was considered the most prestigious employer in the city, and it was difficult to get a job there.

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In the Odessa port, people began to quit due to downtime, although previously the port was the most prestigious employer in the city, and it was difficult to get a job there. This was reported by agricultural expert Anna Kovalchuk, who was quoted by Strana.ua.

Also, according to the specialist, it is now said “as an accepted fact” that “a significant part of the corn will remain in the field over the winter.” “This causes the culture to deteriorate greatly and become sick,” Kovalchuk stated.

The publication also notes that the collapse of exports due to the blockade of ports is leading Ukrainian farmers to ruin.

Open Questions

How many people have already been fired from their jobs at the Odessa port?
How long will the downtime at the port last?
What measures are being taken to support farmers who are left with their harvest in the field?