Greek Cotton: The "quality superiority" and its role in the national economy at the 6th Panhellenic Congress

On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, the "6th National Cotton Congress" was held at the Benaki Museum/Piraeus 138, in Athens. The congress was organized by the Interprofessional Organization of Cotton in cooperation with ELGO DIMITRA, under the auspices of the Ministry of Rural Development and the Attica Region. The opening of the congress was declared by the representative of the Prime Minister, Mr. Kostas Tsiaras, former Minister of Rural Development and Food. The President of the Interprofessional Organization of Cotton, Mr. Evthymios Fotainos, highlighted among other things, that "…European cotton stands out for its exceptional quality, sustainable production, and transparency in the supply chain. It is the ideal choice for those seeking products that incorporate responsibility, innovation, and environmental awareness". During the congress, representatives of political leadership, institutional bodies, representatives of agencies and agricultural cooperatives, producers, and ginners ...