Vasily Bumacov, a former Minister of Agriculture and ex-Ambassador of Moldova to Japan, has initiated a venture to produce and sell black garlic in Moldova, targeting both local and international markets. Inspired by the health benefits and nutritional value of black garlic discovered during his tenure in Japan, Bumacov's business kicked off with a trial run at the Linella supermarket chain, using fermentation equipment imported from China and local garlic. Despite its high price, he sees significant potential in the product, especially given its lack of the strong odor typical of white garlic. Focusing initially on the domestic market, including the HoReCa sector and the Chisinau weekend organic food market, Bumacov's venture reflects a strategic approach to introducing premium, exotic superfoods at the grassroots level in Moldova.