Damage caused by frost: Farmers from Nisporeni and Orhei districts seek state compensation

Farmers submitted a total of 690 applications to the Agricultural Intervention and Payments Agency (AIPA) for financial support concerning more than 13,000 hectares impacted by adverse weather this spring. The application period for financial aid, specifically for those whose crops were damaged by late frosts in the spring of 2025, closed on October 14.

EU remains Moldova’s main export market

In August 2025, exports of goods totaled 332.6 million US dollars. This figure shows a 4.2% decrease compared to July but a 22% increase compared to August 2024, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The European Union remains the primary destination for Moldovan products, accounting for 67.5% of total exports, a slight increase from the previous year.

Chisinau Stock Exchange opens with €300m investment target

The Moldova International Stock Exchange, a strategic institution aimed at developing the capital market and strengthening financial stability, was established by the Government on Wednesday, October 15.

Moldova: Why 60% of economic activity is in Chișinău

The capital Chișinău accounts for over 60% of the Republic of Moldova's economy and is widening the gap with the rest of the country, according to economic analyst Veaceslav Ioniță.

Drip irrigation – the method successfully used by a farmer from Mălăiești

In an increasingly unpredictable climate, effective irrigation is essential for managing droughts. Igor Ivanov, a fruit grower from the village of Mălăiești in the Orhei district, has invested in modernizing the irrigation systems for his orchards and nursery. He believes that adapting to climate change starts with the intelligent management of water resources.

The bridge over the Lunguta River in southern Moldova will be fully repaired by 2027

The road bridge over the Lunguta River, located near Corten village in the Taraclia district, is set to undergo significant repairs after more than fifty years of service. Constructed in 1970, this reinforced concrete bridge measures 34.13 meters in length and 9.94 meters in width. Currently, it is in unsatisfactory condition, as reported by the National Roads Administration (AND).

Ripe grapes and seasonal products at the "Butoiaș" fair in Chisinau

Ripe grapes, seasonal agricultural products, and winemaking accessories were all featured at the "Butoiaș" fair held in Chisinau. Winegrowers from across the country brought their harvests to sell, while enthusiasts of homemade wine seized the opportunity to select the best grape varieties for the perfect taste.

Sorghum is spreading rapidly. Farmer: “We achieve good results even during drought”

The dry periods of recent years have driven some farmers to seek crops that can better withstand climate change. In Orhei District, two entrepreneurs decided to abandon traditional crops and planted sorghum for the first time—a plant almost forgotten in Moldova but with significant agricultural potential. The farmers harvested enough to feed the 160 cattle they raise at their local farm.

From masks to medical uniforms: Tiraspol business expansion

The Covid-19 pandemic proved to be a time of both severe challenges and unexpected reinvention for many.

€1.7bn investment: Moldova's key role in EU connectivity

Coordinated investment in transport, logistics, and digital infrastructure helps deliver economic development and stability, while bringing the region closer to the European Union.

Why Moldova's dried fruit boom is driving export revenue

"This is essentially a mini-economy that is developing quite dynamically," says economist Veaceslav Ioniță, an expert at the IDIS think tank Viitorul (The Future).

IT exports rocket to $700m as Moldova economy restructures

Moldova’s economy grew by a modest 1.1% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, reaching 82bn Moldovan lei (MDL).