The pilot establishment and operation of the first Farmer Service Center (KEA), was presented by the Minister of Agriculture, Nikos Kougialis, in the context of the public consultation adopted by the Government with the involved Bodies of each Ministry
The KEA is expected to open in September and the intention of the Ministry is to further consult with the rural world in relation to the evaluation of its operation, in order to further upgrade the services offered to the villagers. As stated in a statement, the Minister, opening In today's consultation, he stated that the recommendation of the KEA aims at the immediate response of the services of the Ministry to the needs of the rural inhabitants, the full service and guidance of the farmer and at the same time modernization of the state aiming at effective administration, reducing bureaucracy efficiency and effectiveness of the Public Service with the active participation of the citizen, as well as in the integration and decentralization of services. The KEA, he added, is an innovation in the field of information and service of the rural world and creates the conditions for the productive utilization of modern developments. technology and scientific practices in the agricultural sector. According to the Minister, the KEA will offer comprehensive and quality services for every activity in the agricultural sector (information, networking, education, support for rural development measures, etc.). Mr. Kougialis stressed that the establishment and operation of the First Farmer Service Center creates the necessary conditions for a new course of dynamic and quality development of the country's agricultural sector. All agricultural organizations, as well as the participating presidents of the Community Councils welcomed the initiative of the Minister for the establishment of the Farmer Service Center and characterized it as an innovative step by which the State adapts to the needs of the citizen. They promised to be on the side of the Ministry so that this institution can succeed and spread nationwide.Source: KYPE