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M. Panagiotou: Agricultural Sector Must Remain Sustainable and Competitive

Published January 26, 2026, 11:27

The Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, Maria Panagiotou, emphasized the importance of maintaining the sustainability and competitiveness of the agricultural sector within the framework of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the EU. Speaking before the first Council of Agriculture and Fisheries in Brussels, the Minister presented the objectives of the Presidency's work program, highlighting the challenges facing the European agricultural sector. The agenda includes the strategy for the bioeconomy, the amendment of regulations for organic farming, and the launch of the working group for import controls. The Minister assured that Cyprus will act as an honest mediator, regardless of developments regarding the EU-Mercosur Agreement.