Greece: No support for beekeepers from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications

Published 2024년 11월 7일

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The Greek beekeeping industry is in crisis due to reduced production and livestock loss, worsened by drought, high temperatures, and fires that have destroyed hives and vegetation. Despite calls for support, the Greek Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications has not responded. PASOK MP Christina Starakas has addressed the issue in Parliament, emphasizing the need for financial aid and protective measures against extreme weather. In contrast, Italy has secured emergency aid for its beekeepers through the European Agricultural Guarantee Fund, showcasing a proactive approach to industry support.

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Indifference on the part of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications for the serious problems faced by Greek beekeeping this year due to this year's reduced production and the loss of livestock. Mr. Konstantinos Leontarakis, president of the Federation of Beekeeping Associations of Greece (OMSE), in statements he made to AgroTypos, referred to the serious problems of the sector and the lack of a strategy to deal with them from the state's side. As he pointed out, 2024 is a disastrous year for beekeepers. There was also a problematic payment of the sector programme. Despite the continuous requests for a meeting that we have made to the leadership of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, we have not yet received a positive response. We ask to speak with the Ministry of Health and Welfare to find ways to support beekeepers. The picture of the collapse experienced by beekeeping in Aetoloakarnania but also in the rest of Greece due to the lack of rain and the ...

Source: Agrotypos