AGRICULTURAL CROP PRODUCTION EVOLUTION IN WESTERN ROMANIAN AGRICULTURE

Cosmin Sălășan, Carmen Simona Dumitrescu, Iasmina Iosim, Cristian Găină, Raul Pașcalău

Abstract


Over the past three decades, agricultural production in this region has undergone significant transformations influenced by socio-economic changes, technological advancements, climate variability, and European Union integration. This research aims to highlight the evolution of key crops in Western Romania, with a particular focus on Timiș County, which stands out for its extensive arable land and high productivity. The analysis draws on data from 1990 to 2023 to examine trends in cereal crops (wheat, maize, barley, oats), oilseeds (sunflower, rapeseed, soybeans), and sugar beet production. The evolution of agricultural crop production in Western Romania reflects a complex interplay of environmental conditions, economic factors, and technological progress. Cereals for grains continue to dominate arable land use due to their adaptability and market demand. Oilseed crops have expanded significantly but face challenges from climate variability and infrastructure limitations. Meanwhile, sugar beet production has declined sharply due to economic constraints

Keywords


agricultural production; evolution determinants; structural changes.

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