Romanian Ministry of Agriculture
The Romanian Ministry of Agriculture is the central executive body of Romania responsible for shaping and implementing state policy in agriculture, crop and livestock production, veterinary services, land relations, and rural development. It is led by a minister who sits in the national government. The ministry regulates agricultural markets, engages with the European Union under the Common Agricultural Policy, and represents Romania on agricultural matters internationally.
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Poland and Romania refuse Ukraine's request to help export grain through Europe
Ukraine asked Poland and Romania to help export grain through Europe amid a blockade of Black Sea ports, but both countries refused, citing the interests of their own farmers. Ukrainian Agrarian Policy Minister Taras Vysotsky traveled to Brussels to request permission to transport more agricultural products through Europe and €1.1 billion to cover increased transportation costs, warning the situation is "very, very critical."