Certification of Agricultural Advisers

Basic information

Institutional Body

MINISTRY OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND FOOD

Organizational unit of an institutional body

HELLENIC AGRICULTURAL ORGANISATION- DEMETRA

Description

The procedure concerns the certification of persons (Agricultural Advisors) or legal entities (Agricultural Advisory Providers) for the provision of specialised consulting services to farmers. It is addressed to citizens, businesses and legal entities.

At a glance

Points of Service	Available only digitally
Digital provision points	Provision of Agricultural Advisers System
Number of Documents	0
Cost	20 €
Deadline of Implementation	1 year
Process Diagram

Conditions

Business formation (individual, corporate) *For company establishment see the link below

The applicant shall have username και password in order to have access to the platform: http://agroadvisors.elgo.gr/

The applicant must be a Greek citizen or a citizen of an EU member state (of the EEA or other affiliated countries or in agreement with the EU, in order to be able to provide services across the territory of the EU) Prerequisite is valid only in case a natural person applies.

The applicant must hold a degree in Agronomy, Veterinarian, Forester, Environmentalist, Geologist, Environmental Engineer, Economist, Oe-nologist, Agricultural Technology, Forestry Technologist and Natural Environment Management from the Greek educational institutions (both Higher and Technological Educational Institutions - A.E.I/T.E.I.), or they must hold recognized equivalent diplomas from foreign schools. Especially for Economists, a certification of knowledge of the agricultural sector is required. Prerequisite is valid only in case a natural person applies.

The applicant must hold a "Certificate of successful attendance" of the required introductory training program ran by ELGO-DIMITRA. Prerequisite is valid only in case a natural person applies.

The applicant must have a valid professional license from the relevant Chamber, if it is a requirement for his/her professional specialty. Prerequisite is valid only in case a natural person applies.

The applicant must not trade in agricultural and veterinary supplies and agricultural products, and must not work in such companies. Prerequisite is valid only in case a natural person applies.

Additional prerequisites apply for employees in the Civil Service or in the broader public sector, the local government and its bodies, for permanent civil servants or for those employed in contracts of Private Law for an indefinite period of time, as well as for members of the Teaching Scientific Staff of Higher and Technological Educational Institutions (A.E.I.-ΤΕ.Ι.): they must provide advice within the scope of their duties and responsibilities of the service or body they work for, and are related to the rural field. Prerequisite is valid only in case a natural person applies.

In the legal entity there must be a participation or full employment of at least three (3) certified as natural persons (Agricultural Advisers), of which at least two (2) must be Agronomists (at Higher Education level). Prerequisite is valid only in case a legal person applies.

The legal entity, its executives and shareholders must not: (a) practice trade in agricultural and veterinary supplies and agricultural products b) be shareholders in a company which trades in agricultural and veterinary supplies and agricultural products c) work in a company which trades in agricultural and veterinary supplies and agricultural products Prerequisite is valid only in case a legal person applies.

A certified natural person (Agricultural Advisor) who participates or works for an Agricultural Advisory Provider cannot participate or work simultaneously for another Agricultural Advisory Provider. Prerequisite is valid only in case a legal person applies.

The applicant must have not been be convicted of an offense related to his / her professional activity nor must have been convicted of an economic offense. Prerequisite is valid only in case a natural person applies.

The applicant must have no relation at all to the control of the natural persons (Agricultural Advisors – Γεωργικοί Σύμβουλοι ‘ΓΣ’) nor of the legal persons (Agricultural Advisory Providers – Φορείς Παροχής Γεωργικών Συμβουλών ‘ΦΠΓΣ’) Prerequisite is valid only in case a natural person applies.

The legal person must be a legal entity in accordance with current national legislation. Prerequisite is valid only in case a legal person applies.

In order to ensure the knowledge of the specific area, as well as the economy of the consulting services, and the regional development and decentralization, then there must be a main or secondary facility in the specific region where the company provides its services. Prerequisite is valid only in case a legal person applies.

Fees / Imposts

During submission of application it is also submitted the proof of fee payment.
Payment type
Bank cashierCheckout of a competent authorityDigital (debit / credit card)Digital (web banking)Tax Office cashier
Type
Administrative Fee (not provided by e-paravolo webpage)

What you will need

Identification and signature verification means

Other

Application-Solemn Declaration with which is requested certification as Agricultural Advisors or Agricultural Advisory Providers.
Related link
http://agroadvisors.elgo.gr/
Filed by
Submitted by the applicant (digital)
Note
In case the application concerns natural persons, in the application are listed the subject areas for which the certification is requested.
Applicant status
Legal entities, Persons

Certification of Agricultural Advisers

What you will need

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Persons

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Persons

Notes

In case the diploma has been obtained from abroad, it must be accompanied by an official translation into Greek. For Economists specifically, it is required a supplementary diploma (postgraduate degree or doctoral) that certifies knowledge in agricultural field, or alternately knowledge can be proven by relevant experience of at least two (2) years.

3Certificate/attestation from the relevant insurance company, which indicates the duration of the insurance. For Economists specifically, it is required experience of at least two (2) years that proves knowledge in agricultural field, in case such is not occurred by relevant degree. * For public and private sector employees: * Certificate/attestation from the relevant insurance company, which indicates the duration of the insurance * The application – Solemn Declaration must state exactly the duration and type of experience, as well as the details of the employer. The public sector employees can alternatively, instead of the insurance companys certificate/attestation, provide a certificate from the relevant public sector body, which indicates the type and duration of the experience. For the self-employed: * Certificate/attestation from the relevant insurance company, which indicates the duration of the insurance * The application – Solemn Declaration must state exactly the object of employment (studies, projects, etc.) that is relevant to the agricul-tural sector * At least one relevant contract or a note for services rendered, that indicatively covers the duration and type of his/her experience The working experience time is calculated after obtaining the basic degree. For experience gained abroad, the supporting documents must be accompanied by an official translation into Greek.Proof of Insurance

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Persons

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Persons

Notes

For Economists specifically, it is required experience of at least two (2) years that proves knowledge in agricultural field, in case such is not occurred by relevant degree. For public and private sector employees: *- Certificate/attestation from the relevant insurance company, which indicates the duration of the insurance *- The application – Solemn Declaration must state exactly the duration and type of experience, as well as the details of the employer. The public sector employees can alternatively, instead of the insurance companys certificate/attestation, provide a certificate from the relevant public sector body, which indicates the type and duration of the experience. For the self-employed: *- Certificate/attestation from the relevant insurance company, which indicates the duration of the insurance *- The application – Solemn Declaration must state exactly the object of employment (studies, projects, etc.) that is relevant to the agricutural sector *- At least one relevant contract or a note for services rendered, that indicatively covers the duration and type of his/her experience The working experience time is calculated after obtaining the basic degree. For experience gained abroad, the supporting documents must be accompanied by an official translation into Greek.

5Submitted only by the self-employed: At least one relevant contract or a note for services rendered, that indicatively covers the duration and type of his/her experience. For Economists specifically, it is required experience of at least two (2) years that proves knowledge in agricultural field, in case such is not occurred by relevant degree. For public and private sector employees: *- Certificate/attestation from the relevant insurance company, which indicates the duration of the insurance *- The application – Solemn Declaration must state exactly the duration and type of experience, as well as the details of the employer. The public sector employees can alternatively, instead of the insurance companys certificate/attestation, provide a certificate from the relevant public sector body, which indicates the type and duration of the experience. For the self-employed: *- Certificate/attestation from the relevant insurance company, which indicates the duration of the insurance *-The application – Solemn Declaration must state exactly the object of employment (studies, projects, etc.) that is relevant to the agricutural sector *- At least one relevant contract or a note for services rendered, that indicatively covers the duration and type of his/her experience The working experience time is calculated after obtaining the basic degree. For experience gained abroad, the supporting documents must be accompanied by an official translation into Greek.Proof of Previous Service

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Persons

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Persons

Notes

Submitted only if required.

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Persons

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Persons

Notes

Solemn -Declaration that all following prerequisites are met: - The applicant has not been be convicted of an offense related to his / her professional activity nor must have been convicted of an economic offense - The applicant has no relation at all to the control of the natural persons (Agricultural Advisors – Γεωργικοί Σύμβουλοι ‘ΓΣ’) nor of the legal persons (Agricultural Advisory Providers – Φορείς Παροχής Γεωργικών Συμβουλών ‘ΦΠΓΣ’) - The applicant does not trade in agricultural and veterinary supplies and agricultural products, and must not work in such companies - For employees in the Civil Service or in the broader public sector, the local government and its bodies, for permanent civil servants or for those employed in contracts of Private Law for an indefinite period of time, as well as for members of the Teaching Scientific Staff of Higher and Technological Educational Institutions (A.E.I.-ΤΕ.Ι.): that provide advice within the scope of their duties and responsibilities of the service or body they work for, and are related to the rural field.

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Legal entities

Notes

The necessary legal documentation that proves the establishment and legal representation (such as articles of association, certificates of changes, respectively GG, composition of the Board of Directors in a body in case of SA, etc. - depending on its legal form). From the above documents it must be clear: the legal composition, all relevant amendments to the articles of association, the person (s) who legally responsible for the company (legal representative, signature right, etc.), any third parties who have been granted authority for representation, as well as the term of office for the member and/or members of the governing body / legal representative.

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Legal entities

Notes

Details of the employed certified Agricultural Adviser (Full Name / Specialty / Thematic Units / Registration Number ELGO-DIMITRA), the employment contracts and the staff list, according to the provisions of article 16 of Law 2874/2000 (GG 286A / 2000).

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Legal entities

Notes

Filed by

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Applicant status

Legal entities

Notes

Online request

Submit a new application for the selected procedure.

In case the application concerns natural persons, in the application are listed the subject areas for which the certification is requested.

New online request

Useful links

ELGO-DIMITRA

Legislation

Description
The Ministerial Decision prescribes the Agricultural Advisory System for agricultural holdings and specifically:
Legal references
Link
Description
Regulation (EU (ΕΕ)) 1306/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council (Common Agricultural Policy).
Legal references
Link
Description
Simplification and inclusion, in the information and processing system of Points of Single Contact, of administrative procedures within the remit of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food.
Legal references
Link
Description
Amendment of Joint Ministerial Decision no. 155515/6−5−2011 (ΦΕΚ 1245, Series II).
Legal references
Link

About

Process code

646609

NACE code

1.6

Description of NACE code

Support activities to agriculture and post-harvest crop activities

Legal means of protection or appeal

Other Administrative redress

It is always issued a decision regarding the certification or not of the interested party (natural or legal person). Administrative redress, against the decisions of the Board of Directors of ELGO - DIMITRA, within 10 days from the date of notification of the relevant decision to the candidate/applicant. The redress concern: a) the evaluation of the application of the interested natural person and legal person, b) the certification c) the imposition of sanctions on a certified natural or legal person. The Board of Directors of ELGO - DIMITRA sets up Committees to examine the appeals and makes a decision which clearly states the reasons. The decision of the Board of Directors is notified to the applicant and to the Directorate of Agricultural Policy, Documentation and International Relations of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food.

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