The Hellenic Competition Commission has published a comprehensive overview of its research and advocacy activities across the agri-food value chain, reaffirming the sector as a strategic priority for competition policy in Greece.
As stated in the report, the investigation of competition conditions in the agri-food chain “constitutes a priority… as it concerns a structural sector of the Greek economy and is of high importance for the Greek consumer and social cohesion,” particularly in a context marked by inflationary pressures, supply chain disruptions, geopolitical instability and climate change.
The Authority’s work spans the entire value chain—from primary production and key inputs such as animal feed and veterinary medicines, to processing and final retail distribution. The objective is to “decode the price formation mechanisms and the conditions of competition in critical food products.” By examining each link in the chain—“from the cost of the vaccine for the sheep to the price of feta on the shelf”—the Commission seeks to identify the real factors influencing price levels and market outcomes.
In December 2025, the Commission launched a broad “State of Competition” study covering all stages of the agri-food sector. The inquiry aims to detect distortions potentially arising from limited competition, as well as deeper structural and regulatory constraints. The study will rely on multiple indicators capturing both market structure and performance.
Alongside its research, the Authority has issued a Competition Guide for the Agricultural Sector, providing practical advice on compliance with competition rules and legislation on unfair trading practices, while outlining permissible forms of cooperation among producers.
These initiatives complement the Commission’s enforcement powers under national and EU competition law, reinforcing its ability to address distortions that may lead to higher prices, lower quality and reduced innovation, to the detriment of consumers.