Greece’s farmers’ markets are set for immediate reinforcement through new professional and producer licenses, following a meeting between the Minister of Development, Takis Theodorikakos, the Secretary-General for Trade and Consumer Protection, Sotiris Anagnostopoulos, and representatives of market associations.

The decision aims to speed up licensing procedures, making it easier for new vendors and producers to participate. Market representatives from across the country—from Crete to Alexandroupoli, Kastellorizo to Corfu—attended the talks, underscoring the nationwide importance of the sector.

According to the Confederation of Farmers’ Markets, the move is expected to revitalize the institution, ensuring stronger competition, wider product variety for consumers, and long-term sustainability for future generations.

Towards modernization

During the discussions, the minister pledged to implement several proposals put forward by national and regional federations of market traders. These changes are designed to modernize the existing legal framework and adapt it to the evolving needs of the sector.

In the coming days, further meetings will take place to determine how the reforms will be applied in practice and how best to align the law governing markets with the proposals from professional and producer representatives.

“Farmers’ markets are moving into a new era,” the Confederation stated, highlighting their unified stance and determination to safeguard and upgrade an institution that has long been a cornerstone of everyday life in Greece.