Ukrainian farmers near front lines face ongoing drone threats

Agricultural workers operating near the front lines in Ukraine continue to face direct military threats while striving to maintain crop production. Former international logistics manager Viktor Hordienko, who once coordinated global grain shipments across Europe and Asia, now manages his agricultural enterprise under constant risk from Russian reconnaissance and strike drones.

Operating near active combat areas, Hordienko uses personal weaponry, including a shotgun, to protect his property and livestock from aerial attacks. The contrast between high-level trade management and immediate physical self-defense highlights the operational hazards and economic strain imposed on Ukraine's agricultural sector. Despite severe logistics disruptions and proximity to fighting, local agricultural producers remain vital to securing regional food supplies amid the ongoing war.

Sources: LSM.