The Republic of Moldova has extended its licensing regime for the import of wheat, corn, and sunflower until June 30, 2025. The decision, which was made to protect local farmers and stabilize the domestic agricultural market, was introduced in October 2023 and has prevented excess imports, particularly from Ukraine. The licensing mechanism has also ensured that Moldovan processing companies have priority access to local raw materials, allowing farmers to sell their products at competitive prices. As of early December, Moldova's wheat, corn, and sunflower stocks were sufficient to meet domestic needs in the coming months.