VIDEO // Agriculture Minister: Agri-food sector – strategic pillar of Moldova’s economy, with real development potential
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9 February 2026 14:00
The agri-food sector continues to be an essential pillar of Moldova’s economy, supporting both economic growth and food security.According to Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry Ludmila Catlabuga, in 2024 agriculture contributed 7.1% to GDP, and together with the ...
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