STRUCTURAL CHANGES IN ROMANIAN AGRICULTURAL HOLDINGS FOLLOWING EUROPEAN UNION ACCESSION: A POST-2007 PERSPECTIVE
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The paper analyses the structural transformations of Romanian agricultural holdings after EU accession in 2007, focusing on farm size, legal forms, and distribution by size classes. Using data from Eurostat and national sources, the study shows a decline in subsistence farms and a growth of medium and large commercial holdings, driven by land consolidation, access to EU funds, and regulatory compliance. Many farms shifted to legal entities, improving financing and productivity, though regional disparities persist. While efficiency and competitiveness increased, challenges remain, including ageing rural populations, land abandonment, and unequal resource access. The findings highlight the need for sustained rural development policies to ensure balanced and sustainable growth in Romanian agriculture.
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