www.economica.net/deficitul-comercial-cu-mancare-s

In the first seven months of 2023, Romania's food and live animal imports totaled over €6.7 billion, a 1.4% decrease from last year, while exports reached €4.5 billion, an 8.1% increase. This resulted in a trade deficit of €2.2 billion. Despite significant agricultural exports, processed food imports continue to drive the deficit above €2 billion. The trade balance for food alone shows a deficit of €2.5 billion, down from €2.8 billion last year. Key imports include vegetables and fruits, with a deficit of approximately €1.5 billion. Notably, dairy and egg exports surged by over 36%.