MTK Chairman Tero Hemmilä advocates for rural entrepreneurship

Tero Hemmilä, the chairman of the Central Union of Agricultural Producers for Forestry (MTK), aims to shift the organization toward a more entrepreneurship-focused and economic policy-oriented direction. Hemmilä emphasizes the necessity of maintaining high-quality rural infrastructure, including telecommunications, roads, and schools, to ensure that entrepreneurial families can thrive in rural areas.

Recognizing the continuous decline in the number of active farms, Hemmilä argues that agriculture alone cannot sustain rural vitality. He advocates for diversifying rural economies by supporting various industries alongside agriculture and forestry. Additionally, he highlights the importance of strengthening the emotional connection between Finnish consumers and local food production through improved communication and a more vibrant food culture.