In order to formulate new regulations for updating relevant existing forest, rural and commercial legislation for the collection, certification and trade of Wild Edible Mushrooms (WEM) in Greece, an expert working group was set up in2015 by the Ministry of Environment and Energy and the Ministry of Rural Development and Food. The experts compiled a special report which reviews and evaluates European and national legislation, investigating possible similarities, differences or gaps proposing innovating ways to boost rural economies, while ensuring their sustainable harvesting</p>
Legal framework and proposal for management and certification of wild mushrooms in Greece
- Category: Wild Mushrooms & Truffles
- Themes: Legal framework
- Position in the value chain: Forestry
- Type: Research
- Scale: National
- Country: Greece
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