Lithuania Issues Stamp for Chamber of Agriculture's Centennial

To celebrate a significant milestone, the Lithuanian Post has released a special postage stamp marking the 100th anniversary of the Lithuanian Chamber of Agriculture. This commemorative stamp, designed by artist Rasa Janulevičiūtė, carries a face value of 2.05 euros and has been issued in a limited edition of 15,000 copies.

Algimanta Pabedinskienė, the President of the Lithuanian Chamber of Agriculture, emphasized the stamp's importance as a recognition of history and the self-governance of farmers. She stated that it serves as a tribute to all generations who have built, strengthened, and nurtured Lithuanian agriculture, rural communities, and advocated for farmers' interests. The stamp symbolizes the enduring role of the Chamber of Agriculture as a vital part of Lithuania's state and rural life.

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This is a tribute to all generations of people who have created, strengthened, and cherished Lithuanian agriculture, rural communities, and represented the interests of farmers.

Established in 1926, the Lithuanian Chamber of Agriculture is one of the oldest farmer organizations in Europe. It functions as an umbrella organization, uniting non-governmental farmer and rural resident organizations to represent their collective interests. This issuance underscores the deep historical roots and ongoing relevance of agricultural self-governance in Lithuania, a nation where agriculture has always played a crucial role in its identity and economy.

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This symbolic mark testifies that the Chamber of Agriculture remains an important part of the Lithuanian state and rural life.