Alpha News

Agriculture Minister's Proposal Halts Farmers' Protests

Published February 15, 2026, 17:19

The Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, Dr. Maria Panagiotou, stated that the government aims to propose solutions to farmers that are feasible and do not burden them with bureaucratic procedures. The statement followed the temporary suspension of farmers' protests after a meeting with state officials at the initiative of the Minister. The proposal submitted by the Minister has been adopted by the COOP and will be submitted to the European Commission for evaluation. The proposal mainly concerns cultivators of private plots with multiple owners and appears to satisfy the agricultural organizations. The Minister emphasized the importance of simplifying procedures for farmers.