Romania Exporter Guide Annual 2024
Romania remains a growing market for U.S. food and agricultural exports. As of early 2024, the country’s population stood at just over 19 million, with approximately 48 percent residing in rural areas—a slight decline from the previous year. Inflation improved significantly, averaging around 5.1 percent in 2024, down from 10.4 percent in 2023. Romania’s total agricultural imports were estimated at \$15.3 billion in 2024, a 4.6 percent increase over the previous year. Roughly 80 percent of these imports came from EU Member States, with Germany, Hungary, Poland, and the Netherlands remaining key trading partners, and Ukraine also maintaining a notable presence. Major import categories included meat, dairy, grains, oilseeds, and beverages.