Farmers are pushing for the introduction of a mechanism to restructure bank debt for viable farms, citing growing financial difficulties in the agricultural sector and the risk of further bankruptcies. Authorities, banks, and industry representatives are already discussing possible changes to collection rules and guarantees, and agreed-upon proposals are expected to be presented shortly.
ANSA and FAO will expand their cooperation in the area of food safety
Moldova plans to streamline operations for farmers and improve their access to financing and long-term loans
Moldova has announced its first call for applications for financial support for young and new farmers, as well as small farmers and family farms
A new digital tool has been introduced to streamline orchard record-keeping and bring a range of production data into a single system. Developed in line with national and international quality and safety requirements, it is being positioned as part of a broader effort to modernize fruit production and improve traceability across the sector.
The Farmers' Association has spoken out against the planned change to the tax regime for grain and oilseed crops, stating that it could drastically worsen the situation in an already weakened sector. The organization warns that if the decision stands, it is prepared to begin consultations on mass protests and insists on a public debate of the initiative in parliament.
During the first week of September, the AIPA approved the payment of 3.9 million lei in subsidies to Moldovan farmers
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.
The Farmers' Association stated that the current temporary licensing regime for imports of grains and oilseeds is too short and does not provide sufficient protection for the domestic market amid intense pressure from external prices. Industry representatives warn that without an extension of the mechanism and a revision of its parameters, the situation could worsen in the coming months, and farmers are prepared to take protest action.
Moldova will introduce a temporary licensing system for imports of grains and oilseeds to protect agricultural producers
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.
Farmers will have a limited window to apply for partial reimbursement of agricultural insurance costs under a state support scheme covering policies signed this year. The measure is tied to specific eligibility rules and available budget resources, with the full application requirements and supported risk categories published by the agency.
Moldova's apple sector is heading into the 2026 season with a stronger harvest outlook, but producers say the bigger crop will bring fresh commercial and logistical challenges. Industry representatives are also weighing changing market conditions, new tax rules and subsidy mechanisms, while looking for ways to secure sales and expand export destinations.
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