Romanian farmers make money by producing garlic

And in 2022, farmers in Romania will be encouraged to grow garlic. According to official data, 70% of the production on their market comes from imports. If they sow at least 3 hectares this year, they will receive a subsidy of 3,000 euros per hectare under the Garlic program. Farmers, who in previous years grew the crop, are in a hurry to take advantage of the incentive and now, reports stirileprotv.ro. Arpadzhik is the most sought after product on the markets in Vratsa region Garlic is a key ingredient in coastal areas in Romania. It is used in the preparation of many specialties with mussels, rapani, fish, etc. On average, about 4 kg of garlic is used in one day in a local restaurant. For the two months of the summer season, this consumes over 7,000 tons. According to farmers' estimates, sowing, maintaining and harvesting one hectare costs them around 2,400 euros, so the state will give them more than they need. If, for example, 5.7 tons of garlic are extracted from a hectare, ...