Moldova expects 15% higher wine grape yields in 2026

Moldova’s wine grape harvest is projected to increase by 15% compared to the previous season, according to estimates released by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry. Average productivity is expected to reach between eight and nine metric tons per hectare.

Moldova gender pay gap widens to 15% in 2025

Women in Moldova earned on average 15% less than their male counterparts in 2025, despite making up more than half of the country’s employed workforce.

Moldova eyes $2B trade with Turkey as gateway to EU markets

Moldova aims to double bilateral trade with Turkey to $2 billion within the next two years, leveraging annual growth rates of 20 to 25 percent. Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan announced the target during an interview with the Turkish state-run Anadolu Agency on the sidelines of a private visit to Istanbul.

Moldova expands biomass heating to cut natural gas reliance

Moldovan authorities are urging public institutions and households to switch to solid biofuels to mitigate import vulnerabilities and buffer against sudden price shocks.

Moldovan table grape growers showcase resilience in Cimișlia

Moldovan table grape producers gathered in the southern town of Cimișlia for the 11th edition of the National Grape Festival, showcasing high-yield produce despite severe winter frosts and persistent summer droughts. The event highlighted both the sector's economic vulnerability and its technical adaptation.

Moldova hikes gas tariff by 41% ahead of winter

Moldova’s National Agency for Energy Regulation (ANRE) approved on August 21 a 40.8% increase in end-user natural gas tariffs. Starting September 1, 2026, consumers will pay €1.04 (approx. 20.30 MDL) per cubic meter, including VAT, up by €0.30 (5.88 MDL) from the current rate.

Moldova becomes top buyer of Ukrainian dairy at €46.8M

Moldova emerged as the primary export destination for Ukrainian dairy during the first seven months of 2026. Moldovan purchases totaled €46.8 million (approx. 917.3 million MDL), absorbing nearly a quarter of Ukraine’s outward dairy shipments, according to the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine.

Moldova grants local grain rail priority amid import license debate

Moldovan agricultural producers have secured full priority for domestic grain transport on the national rail network, the government announced following negotiations with farming associations.

Moldova's industrial production grew 7.9% in the first half, with the energy sector up 14.2%

Moldova's industry grew by 7.9% in the first half of this year compared to the same period in 2022. This growth was primarily driven by the manufacturing and energy sectors.

Government and World Bank discuss investments in infrastructure, energy and digitalization

The World Bank will continue to support development and modernization projects in the Republic of Moldova. Cooperation between the authorities and the international financial institution will be expanded in areas such as infrastructure, energy, digitalization, agriculture, and public services. This topic was discussed by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan and Ulrich Schmitt, the World Bank Group Country Manager for the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova faces 41% gas price hike ahead of winter amid global rally

Moldovan consumers face sharp utility rate hikes ahead of the cold season as global energy benchmarks escalate.

Moldova invites farmers to talks on Ukrainian grain transit rules

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan summoned agricultural leaders to Cabinet headquarters on Thursday, August 20, for extended talks on Ukrainian grain transit across Moldova's rail network.