Poultry Farming in the Republic of Moldova: Current Trends, Best Practices, Product Quality Assurance, and Sustainable

The global poultry sector is one of the fastest growing branches of agriculture, playing a crucial role in ensuring food security, improving nutrition, and reducing poverty worldwide. Poultry products, with their short production cycles and efficient conversion of agri-food by-products, represent an important source of protein, energy, and micronutrients, while also serving as a vital income source for rural households. However, the rapid expansion of poultry production is accompanied by significant challenges, particularly in terms of environmental sustainability, as the sector relies heavily on land, water, and feed resources, and contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, nutrient imbalances, and water pollution. This study focuses on the Republic of Moldova, where the poultry industry is an essential component of the agricultural economy. Based on recent statistical data and scientific literature, the article reviews production dynamics, farm structures, and technological adoption, providing a comprehensive picture of the sector’s current state. The findings reveal both the sector’s critical role in strengthening food security and rural livelihoods, and its vulnerability to resource constraints and environmental pressures. The analysis underscores the importance of implementing precision livestock farming technologies, enhancing biosecurity, and promoting environmentally friendly practices as key pathways toward sustainable development. These insights are intended to support policymakers and stakeholders in designing strategies for a resilient and competitive poultry sector in Moldova.