June 5, 2026

 

Romania's Romsuin Transilvania opens modern pig breeding farm backed by CEC Bank financing

 

CEC Bank is supporting the development of Romanian agriculture by financing one of the most significant investment projects in the country's livestock sector: a new pig breeding farm developed by Romsuin Transilvania Agricultural Cooperative, which was recently inaugurated in Băsești, Maramureș County.

 

CEC Bank is the sole financier of the project, providing loans of approximately RON17 million (US$3.77 million) to support both the investment and operational activities. The new facility, regarded as one of the most modern pig breeding farms in Europe, was developed through a total investment of approximately RON51.6 million (US$11.44 million).

 

The project incorporates advanced technologies, including automated feeding systems, digital animal monitoring, enhanced biosecurity measures and facilities constructed in accordance with the latest European animal welfare standards.

 

"Romanian farmers' access to financing has been and remains a constant concern for CEC Bank," said Bogdan Alexandrescu, AGRI Director at CEC Bank. "Supporting the development of the local agricultural entrepreneurial environment is a priority for our bank, especially in the case of strategic investments that directly contribute to strengthening food security and increasing the competitiveness of Romanian producers. The Romsuin Transilvania project demonstrates that Romanian agriculture has the capacity to develop high-performing investments, at European standards, when there is vision, cooperation and strong financing partnerships."

 

Romsuin Transilvania is controlled by Romanian farmers from Sălaj County who are active in pig breeding and fattening. The Băsești project is intended to supply piglets needed to restock farms owned by cooperative members and supports the development of an integrated agricultural production model.

 

The farm was built on a site of approximately five hectares and has the capacity to accommodate nearly 12,000 animals at full occupancy, including 1,921 sows, 21 boars, more than 9,200 piglets and 710 replacement gilts.

 

"Our journey began with the ambition to produce healthy piglets in Romania at a fair price, thereby reducing dependence on imports," said Oana Alexandra Galiș, Administrator of the Romsuin Transilvania Agricultural Cooperative. "To achieve this, six pig breeders joined forces in a cooperative to access the Programme for Supporting Pig Breeders. It was a complex project, built through significant effort, responsibility, and collaboration among all parties involved. Our first financing choice was CEC Bank, which has supported the cooperative and its founding members throughout the years. We appreciated the openness, support and commitment of the CEC Bank team during all the key stages of the project."

 

The investment comes at a time when Romania continues to face a substantial deficit in pork production. Although domestic consumption reached 38.4kg per person in 2025, compared with the European Union average of 31.7kg per person, more than 80% of domestic demand is still met through imports, resulting in an annual trade deficit of almost €1 billion (US$1.15 billion).

 

By supporting the project, CEC Bank has reaffirmed its active role in financing agriculture and investments with strategic importance for Romania's economy.

 

The bank continues to support the competitiveness of local producers by financing projects in livestock farming, irrigation, processing, and technological modernisation, contributing to the development of a more competitive and sustainable agricultural sector.

 

The inauguration ceremony brought together representatives from CEC Bank, particularly its AGRI Division and branch network, along with government officials, local and county authorities, agribusiness partners and members of the business community, underscoring the strategic significance of the investment for the development of Romania's pig farming industry.

 

- Business Review