New Minister of Agriculture meets with agricultural organizations

On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, the newly appointed Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment of Cyprus, Christos Senekis, held his first formal meeting with leaders of the national agricultural organizations. The primary objective of this initial contact was to establish a structured communication channel between the ministry and the agricultural sector to ensure ongoing coordination regarding primary sector issues.

During the meeting, participants addressed several pressing concerns, including the need for increased water supply, compensation regarding foot-and-mouth disease, and the rising costs of agricultural production. Both sides agreed to institutionalize a framework for regular thematic meetings. This process will involve relevant stakeholders to ensure that developments are monitored closely and that data remains updated. These discussions will be integrated into existing institutional bodies, such as the Agricultural Advisory Committee and the Water Management Advisory Committee.

Minister Senekis emphasized that his goal is to build upon the collaborative relationship developed by his predecessors. The newly established contact framework is intended to enhance the resilience and sustainability of the primary sector through systematic consultation and policy refinement.