Prof. Georgios Vlontzos, from the Laboratory of Agricultural Economics and Consumer Behavior, provided an insightful analysis regarding the future of the agricultural sector during his interview on Ert News (16/01/2026).

The discussion focused on current agricultural issues, centering on the transnational agreement between the European Union and MERCOSUR (South American countries).

🔎 Key points of the interview:

• The Agreement details: What the deal entails regarding the trade balance and agricultural imports to Europe.
• The impact on Greece: How the influx of products from Latin America is expected to affect the competitiveness of Greek agricultural products.
• Economic challenges: The potential pressure on producer prices and the strategies required to shield domestic production.

Prof. Vlontzos’ commentary sheds light on the challenges as well as the necessary adaptations the Greek primary sector must undertake in this new globalized environment.

📺 Watch the full interview here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aS6l7AVVhGg 

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