KIEV, Aug. 1 – Grain harvest in Ukraine could be 61 million tons, according to assessments of Ukraine's Agricultural Policy and Food Ministry. This is 1 million tons more than the forecast presented earlier.

"According to tentative data from the regions, gross grain harvest in Ukraine in 2016 would be within 61 million tons. This would completely satisfy the needs and state food security. A good potential for supplies to foreign markets retains," the press service of the ministry reported last week.