Over 20 billion euros will be allocated over the next six years to support the primary sector was noted by the Minister of Rural Development and Food, Margaritis Schinas, from Nea Triglia Halkidiki.
Mr Schinas has been particularly involved in negotiations on the new common agricultural policy (CFP), pointing out that Greece will actively participate in shaping European decisions, claiming the necessary resources and greater flexibility to meet the needs of Greek producers.
Presenting the main priorities of the CSDP for the next period, Mr. Schinas spoke of three main areas of intervention: restoring the credibility of the payment system, negotiating the new CAP and promoting investment in the primary sector.
Referring to changes in the payment system, he noted that the transition to the new era could be accompanied by adjustment difficulties, however ensuring that there would be the necessary guarantees for the smooth implementation of the changes. At the same time, he invited producers to show confidence in the process, stressing that reforms are already under way.
Last night in Nea Triglia, Halkidiki at a large, open gathering with @K Hatzidakis.
We talked about our priorities in the state, the economy and the primary sector. We have answered the citizens' questions and concerns.
United against populism. pic.twitter. Com/V8JmHBUHcT— Margaretis Schinas (@MargSchinas) June 14, 2026
At the same time, he stressed the need for greater national flexibility and a reduction in bureaucracy in the new European agricultural policy, stressing that the particularities of Greek agriculture and Mediterranean crops require different treatment than other regions of Europe.
He set out as the main goal to strengthen the added value of Greek agricultural products, with the aim of increasing producers' income and their stronger presence in international markets.
In conclusion, Mr Schinas stressed that the development of the primary sector requires stable planning and consistency, while referring to political developments he expressed the view that the country should continue on a path of stability, rejecting, as he said, easy solutions and inexpensive promises.
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