Agriculture

Agrocereale called for flexible licensing of grain imports to balance the market

Agrocereale called for flexible licensing of grain imports to balance the market

Agrocereale believes that the licensing regime for grain and oilseed imports should not be a political ban, but rather a flexible tool that can be activated or deactivated depending on market conditions. The association points out that the decision should be based on actual production, consumption, and processing needs so as not to put pressure on prices for farmers while at the same time ensuring that processing plants are not left without raw materials.

5 September 2026 · 09:15

In Moldova, the temporary licensing system for imports of grains and oilseeds will remain in effect until October 31, 2026

In Moldova, the temporary licensing system for imports of grains and oilseeds will remain in effect until October 31, 2026

In Moldova, the parliament has definitively approved a temporary licensing regime for imports of grains and oilseeds; however, by the time of the second reading, the bill had been significantly shortened and amended. The decision has already drawn criticism from the author of the initiative, who warns of risks to local farmers and points to controversial amendments to the control mechanism.

4 September 2026 · 14:25

In August, AIPA approved the payment of 82.19 million lei in subsidies to Moldovan farmers

In August, AIPA approved the payment of 82.19 million lei in subsidies to Moldovan farmers

In August, Moldovan farmers received approval for another round of subsidies, the amount of which increased significantly compared to the previous month. The funds are being directed toward several areas of support—ranging from investment projects to compensation for weather-related losses—and the payment structure includes both new applications and recalculations of previously submitted requests.

1 September 2026 · 14:26

The EBA and AmCham Moldova have called for the preservation of the preferential VAT rate on agri-food products

The EBA and AmCham Moldova have called for the preservation of the preferential VAT rate on agri-food products

Two major business associations have put forward proposals to adjust tax policy in the agricultural sector, insisting on maintaining preferential VAT rates for key categories of agricultural products. According to their assessment, the planned changes could complicate producers' operations, increase costs, and affect prices; however, the full version of the article provides details on the controversial rates and the most sensitive product groups.

26 August 2026 · 08:57

The Farmers' Power Association is dissatisfied with the format of the meeting with the prime minister

The Farmers' Power Association is dissatisfied with the format of the meeting with the prime minister

The Farmers' Association has expressed dissatisfaction with the format of the upcoming meeting with the prime minister, at which the situation on the grain and oilseed markets, as well as measures to support the industry, are scheduled to be discussed. The organization believes that a meeting with only a select group of participants will not allow for a thorough discussion of the sector's key issues, and intends to present the results of the talks at a separate meeting.

14 August 2026 · 15:49

2027 Tax Measures Could Exacerbate the Crisis in Agriculture and Rural Areas, Expert Says

2027 Tax Measures Could Exacerbate the Crisis in Agriculture and Rural Areas, Expert Says

The draft tax policy for 2027 has raised concerns in the agricultural sector: an expert warns of rising costs, reduced liquidity, and additional pressure on rural areas. In his assessment, the document contains a number of measures that could affect financing, export opportunities, and local budget revenues, as well as increase risks for farmers and rural communities.

13 August 2026 · 17:42

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