Is organic farming is going to save the Greek economy?

The Severe economic crisis pushing more and more farmers in Greece towards organic production. One visit in Crete is showing how they deal with the issue and what we can learn from them.
By: Organic and Green World
 
July 20, 2012 - PRLog -- Crete, the largest island in Greece, is considered the most fertile area of ​​Agriculture, mainly due to its pleasant climate. Organic agriculture is developed on the island and includes about 2,000 growers.

The Leading organic product is olive oil, it produced mainly in the City, Colimbrai and Milofotamos. Also can be found in a variety of organic products such as fresh vegetables, grapes, wine, oranges, lemons, cheese, aromatic herbs and essential oils.

The organic sector on the island organized by groups of farmers whose products are distributed primarily by unions . But although most organic produce intended for export, the situation of farmers in general and the organs in particular  is not simple,While the best economists in the world are trying to get the country's economy out of the mud.
Greek Island of Crete, is trying to Survive.

In the meantime, locals are trying to take care of themselves another livelihood. Thus, along with feelings of despair and uncertainty, there is an urgent need to find cost efficiencies and maximize the level of output from agriculture - led to new alternatives. One is the option , Organic tourism: Organic farmers open their farm gates for tourist accommodation including self-picking, picking, tours instead, tasty meals and more.

Despite the economic situation - the state sees the organic farmers and tries to take care of them. For example, olive grower that gives all the organic land, get 70 euros per hectare per year, for five years. Vegetable growers receive 40 euros per hectare per year. In addition, training sessions are held in each region who decided to open the farm to host tourist gets more subsidies from the country, at least 35% of the investment.

It is true that gloom in Crete, but in private conversations, organic farmers seem pretty happy. Economic need for hospitality blends with inherent homeland Cretans and as proof, in recent years were about 300 new options of organic agricultural tourism.

An example is an organic farm called Ville du Soleil of Kostas Dritas, on the South East of the Island, a short drive from the town Mikrigilos, Kostas is an agronomist, an MA in Environment and organic growing. His grandfather left him an organic farm, That he received from the country when he returned home fromWorld War II battles.

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The farm began to experience further developed vineyards and olive experience a large and prosperous. Kostas and his family considered organic designation not only a livelihood. They decided to open the farm to visitors throw the economic crisis, when the country welcomed the idea of ​​the project and gave the family a nice bonus for its establishment.

Includes organic farm in the tradition of Greek hospitality, when visitors enjoy homemade local dishes, fruit,  biscuits, jams, sweets and more surprises - all organic ingredients. Farm dwellings were also taking into their mind environmental elements and can be found there even recycling bins - a rarity thing in Crete.

In addition, the location of the farm, along the stunning beaches, also makes it attractive summer vacation with children. In winter, the number of Costas, regular vacationers are combining their stay instead of the annual olive harvest work.

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The crisis in Greece - is also leadsto a positive effects such as environmental tourism development. Greece sees diverse organic production and the important value associated with modern agriculture a wide range of activities organic agriculture Tourism can help develop the whole organic realm, but to make it happen, The world must recognize the importance of organic farming - not only declarations but also in action.

For more information on the benefits of organig food and it connection for the Environment Read: http://www.articlesurge.com/Art/685534/19/The-Connection-...
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