The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry (MAIA) warns that products labeled as “eco”, “bio” or “organic” can only be marketed as such if they are certified in accordance with current legislation, according to MOLDPRES.
Interest in organic agriculture is growing in the Republic of Moldova, driven by consumer demand for healthy food and sustainable practices. However, authorities emphasize that not all products carrying such labels meet the required standards.
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Strict certification rules
A product can be marketed as organic only if it carries the national label “Organic Agriculture – Republic of Moldova” or the EU organic logo, along with the control body code.
Producers must also be officially registered as operators in organic agriculture and must have completed all inspection and certification stages.
National legislation and EU Regulation 2018/848 prohibit the use of these terms in commercial names, labels, or promotional materials without certification.
Consumer protection and sector growth
Authorities encourage consumers to check labels and request certificates of conformity when necessary.
At the same time, MAIA highlights that organic agriculture can bring significant benefits to the economy and the environment, supporting diversification and increasing competitiveness on international markets.
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