Meeting Between Agricultural Minister Costas Tsiaras and Sparta Mayor Michalis Vakalopoulos Addresses Local Farming Issues
In Athens, Minister of Rural Development and Food Costas Tsiaras met with Sparta’s Mayor Michalis Vakalopoulos to discuss challenges facing local farmers due to drought and declining olive oil production. Vakalopoulos emphasized the primary sector’s role in the region’s economic development and sought solutions for existing problems. The meeting also explored funding opportunities for irrigation and rural road projects through current and future Ministry calls. Deputy Mayor Panagiotis Trikakis was also present.