Pavlo Verzhbytskyi, Co-founder of industrial parks NOVO, took part in a panel discussion at the Ukrainian Investment Congress 2025, organized by the U-Food Association.
The discussion, held on July 31, was dedicated to the theme: “Value Chains in the Food Business: Domestic Development, Sustainability in Times of War, and AI Innovations.”
During his presentation, Pavlo shared insights from his personal experience in developing an export-oriented meat product cluster.
Key Discussion Points:
✔️ Formation of a sustainable economy under conditions of full-scale war
✔️ Development of domestic food clusters and export potential
✔️ Implementation of AI-driven innovations in the food industry
✔️ Strengthening value chains to improve economic resilience and product competitiveness
✔️ Tools for localization, digitalization, and intersectoral cooperation to ensure supply chain sustainability
✔️ Successful cluster initiatives in the agricultural sector
✔️ Opportunities to attract international technical assistance for relevant programs
The panel emphasized the critical role of coordinated efforts in building resilient food systems and enhancing Ukraine’s global trade presence — even amidst wartime challenges.
