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Ο κλάδος του ελαιόλαδου στην Ελλάδα και η συμβολή του στην οικονομική της ανάπτυξη (Master thesis)

Αποστόλου, Φαίδρα

The purpose of this dissertation is to describe the oil production sector in Greece while at the same time an attempt is made to identify the difficulties it faces. The aims of this work are through the description of the industry, to present the possible solutions and ways for the Greek olive oil to acquire the position it deserves in the international market. Τhrough a more general description of the olive oil market in Europe and the role of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) implemented by all member states, a comparative presentation of the competition in Europe and the reasons that lead Greek exports to low levels is made. The following describes the market conditions prevailing in the oil industry in Greece as well as the quality problems and controls that arise in the internal market. Then the factors that determine the demand for olive oil are briefly presented and then reference is made to Greek exports, drawing data from the website of the Athens Chamber of Commerce. Finally, the work is completed with the presentation of a SWOT analysis, aiming at the overall picture of the olive oil sector in Greece