Ukrainian frontline farmers forced to defend crops against Russian drones

As Russian military pressure and aerial attacks continue across Ukraine, agricultural workers operating near active combat zones face growing threats to their lives and livelihoods.

Before Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukrainian farmer Viktor Gordienko managed global grain export logistics, studying in China and coordinating shipments across Europe. Today, Gordienko operates his farm directly along the front lines, using a shotgun to defend his property and crops against incoming Russian drones.

Gordienko's situation highlights the extreme conditions confronting Ukraine's agricultural sector, where local producers must handle combat risks while attempting to maintain critical food supplies and economic stability.

Sources: LSM