Greece

Messinian Story is an authentic agritourism experience located in Korifasio, Messinia, near Kalamata, Greece. Surrounded by centuries-old olive groves, it offers guided tours that showcase the rich history and tradition of olive oil production in the region. Visitors can enjoy premium olive oil tastings, traditional cooking in a wood-fired oven, and hands-on activities like harvesting vegetables from the garden.

Combining gastronomy, culture, and nature, Messinian Story offers a unique, immersive journey into the heart of the Peloponnese, promoting agroecological practices and cultural heritage in Mediterranean landscapes. By fostering community-based tourism and traditional farming, it aligns closely with the SALAM-MED project’s goals of resilience, sustainability, and inclusive territorial development.

“Εύφορη γη” is a local Messinia media offering in-depth coverage of sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, and rural development. Its topics include expert articles, case studies, and interviews aimed at professionals, policymakers, and citizens interested in ecological farming, agri-environmental innovation, and responsible land use.

Collaborating with Εύφορη Γη is of great importance for our Living Lab, as it enables us to effectively reach and engage local communities, professionals, and stakeholders who are directly involved in sustainable agriculture. By sharing our research activities through a respected and trusted local media outlet, we strengthen public awareness, foster dialogue, and encourage active participation in shaping in shaping innovative, climate-resilient solutions for the region.

The CVF mission is to create a model of sustainable development in Messinia, that can inspire similar efforts across Greece and beyond. Placing people at the centre, it collaborates with society to design and implement innovative actions that promote equity, resilience, and sustainability. Its work supports a fairer society, driven by a dynamic agricultural sector, a vibrant cultural identity, and a strong commitment to a healthy, thriving environment.

The partnership with CVF is focused on co-developing and testing innovative, sustainable solutions that align with CVF’s mission to promote a resilient agricultural sector, social equity, and environmental health.

LIA is an award-winning olive oil producer based in Messinia, Greece, known for its high-quality, single-variety extra virgin olive oil made from Koroneiki olives. Blending tradition with innovation, LIA promotes sustainable farming, local culture, and community engagement through its Olive Oil Hub—offering educational programs, tastings, and workshops that connect people with the land and its heritage.

LIA has been invited to participate in the Greek Living Lab of the SALAM-MED project as one of the active local stakeholders from the olive oil sector. Their experience in sustainable olive cultivation, quality production, and community engagement brings valuable insights to the co-creation process. Alongside other local producers, cooperatives, and organizations, LIA contributes to developing innovative practices that reflect the region’s agricultural strengths and cultural identity.

Bio-Kalamata Kotrotsis is a family-run business in Messinia specializing in producing high-quality organic olive oil. They manage their own olive groves, olive mill, and bottling unit—offering a vertically integrated process that ensures maximum freshness and quality.

With deep roots in traditional farming and a commitment to sustainable, organic practices, they bring valuable expertise and a local perspective to the SALAM-MED Greek Living Lab, helping shape resilient and eco-friendly agricultural solutions.

ELGO-DIMITRA with its 11 research institutes supports Greek agriculture to face the challenges arising from global changes. It brings together the largest applied agricultural research activity in Greece, aiming at mitigation and adaptation to climate change, conservation of natural resources, restoration of biodiversity, production of healthy food and competitiveness of agribusinesses, paving the way for sustainable farms and ensuring the resilience of production and the environment.

ELGO-DIMITRA provides crucial scientific support, innovative farming techniques, and valuable data that help inform sustainable agricultural practices within the SALAM-MED project. Their strong connection to local farmers and ability to bridge research with practical solutions make them an essential partner for driving resilient and eco-friendly development in Messinia.

Messinia Union Agricultural Cooperative is the primary farmers’ organization in Messinia, Greece. It plays an active role in policy-making for rural and agricultural development, offers comprehensive services to farmers through dedicated support centers, and works to protect and promote two emblematic PDO products: Kalamata Olive Oil PDO and Kalamata Olives PDO.

The collaboration with the Messinia Union Agricultural Cooperative is of strategic importance for the Greek Living Lab in the SALAM-MED project. As one of the largest and most influential cooperatives in the region, the Union represents a wide network of farmers and holds a key position in the value chains of flagship Mediterranean products such as Kalamata PDO olive oil and table olives.