Temporary Shifts in Agricultural Export Logistics: The Case of Hungarian Maize Imports During the Russia-Ukraine Conflict

This paper examines the impact of the Russia-Ukraine armed conflict on agricultural trade, focusing specifically on the surge in maize exports from Ukraine to Hungary during the marketing year 2022/23. The conflict has significantly disrupted maritime trade routes, particularly affecting export logistics of Ukraine. The study analyses shifts in trade patterns and market dynamics associated with these disruptions, emphasising that these changes appear temporary and do not pose a continuous threat to grain markets of EU member states neighbouring Ukraine. The findings underscore the importance of safe and adaptive logistics in maintaining market stability amidst geopolitical tensions.