Financing of agricultural enterprises in times of war as a guarantee of sustainable development of the state economy

The stable and efficient development of agricultural enterprises is an important factor in supporting the national economy, as they contribute to economic stability not only in the short term but also create long-term benefits for the country. The purpose of this study was to analyse the financing of agricultural enterprises in the context of the war in different regions of Ukraine, in particular, to examine the available financial mechanisms and their impact on the resilience of the agricultural sector in the western, central, eastern and southern regions. The study focused on the financing of agricultural enterprises during the war and its impact on the stability of Ukraine’s agricultural economy. The authors examined various sources of financing, such as government programmes, international assistance and private investment, which provide support to the agricultural sector in times of crisis. Based on the analysis of available financial mechanisms, it was found that concessional loans, grants and state subsidies are important tools for restoring production, preserving jobs and developing rural areas. Regional differences in access to finance were analysed, and it was found that the western and northern regions have better opportunities to attract international assistance, while enterprises in the eastern and southern regions face greater difficulties. The authors offered a number of recommendations for improving financial mechanisms, including expanding access to soft loans and grants and creating transparent conditions for attracting investment. The study has shown that effective financial strategies and government support are key to the recovery and development of the agricultural sector, which in turn will contribute to the overall economic stability of Ukraine in the context of the war