According to FAO data for 2024, the Republic of Moldova remains a key player in European fruit production, especially for traditional crops. Apple production reached around 405,000 tonnes per year, placing Moldova among the top 10 apple producers in Europe and highlighting the strategic importance of this crop for the economy and exports.
Plums are also significant, with approximately 95,000 tonnes annually, representing a traditional crop with strong potential for processing and export markets. Peach production is smaller at about 15,500 tonnes per year, concentrated in specific regions and heavily influenced by climatic conditions. Similarly, apricots account for roughly 15,500 tonnes annually, sensitive to late spring frosts but economically valuable in favorable years.
Overall, Moldova's fruit production structure confirms that apples and plums are the pillars of its horticulture, while apricots and peaches complement the assortment with good potential, albeit more vulnerable to climate variations.
Source: agroexpert.md
