The implications of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict on the European Union: a focus on the food commodity and international trade relations

Agriculture in any process of economic development of the state is an important element of regulating food security, which provides for the population and guarantees food independence. The field of agriculture plays a substantial role in the economy of the country and ensuring a stable source of food since it determines not only internal economic growth but also political and social. When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, citing Ukraine's NATO application, Russia disrupted Ukraine's agricultural production, leading to global food price increases and trade disruptions. As a major agricultural exporter, Ukraine's compromised output caused significant impacts, prompting the EU and other international organizations to support its exports, and impacting the European Union's agricultural sector. This study delves into the economic and political implications of the Russia-Ukraine War on the EU's agricultural sector It explores the extent of disruption to Ukraine’s agricultural production, assesses changes in E agricultural policies, and evaluates the collective impact on the EU’s agricultural sector. The study aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the war's impact on EU agricultural policies and the sector, contributing to the academic literature and the literature gap by identifying key trends, challenges, and potential strategies for mitigating the impact of geopolitical conflicts on agricultural stability. The research uses qualitative analyses of policy documents, reports, official publications, and statistical methods to analyze quantitative data on agricultural production, trade volumes, and economic indicators to assess the conflict's impact on market stability. Comparison analysis of pre-and post-conflict data evaluates changes in agricultural production, trade dynamics, and policy measures, while case studies illustrate the conflict's effects on individual states and the European Parliament election. The findings highlight the complex interplay of economic and political factors, resulting in significant repercussions for the EU's agricultural policy and political landscape such as changing patterns in the European Parliament and reevaluation of the CAP.