Moldova set a record for the export of apricots

Published Aug 14, 2024

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Moldova has set a new record by exporting 12,000 tons of apricots, three times the amount from the previous year, according to FreshPlaza. This increase is attributed to a strategic market diversification, with 87% of the exports now being sent to the European Union, a significant shift from the 85% that was previously exported to the Eurasian Customs Union. The apricot cultivation in Moldova spans over 5,000 hectares, with 90% of these crops finding home in the EU markets, indicating a successful market strategy and strong consumer demand.

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Moldova exported 12,000 tons of apricots, tripling last year's volume and setting a record. This is reported by FreshPlaza. "This season, Moldova set a record for apricot exports, exporting 12,000 tons compared to 4,000 tons in the previous season," said Stefan Pislaru, Sales Director of Staragro Group SRL. Compared to 2020, when 85% of apricots were destined for the Eurasian Customs Union, Moldova diversified its market in 2024, and now only 13% of exports go to this region. "Thanks to the increase in consumer demand, we have successfully exported more than 90% of our apricots to EU markets," ...

Source: Agrotimes