Józef Kowalczyk

Józef Kowalczyk

President of the EURO - MOST Foundation

Actively works for the benefit of the agricultural community and strives to improve living conditions in rural areas. His efforts focus on solving farmers’ problems, improving the financial situation of agricultural holdings, and advocating for changes in Polish law to support agriculture.

Engagement in Agricultural Activities

  • President of the Podlaskie Agricultural Chamber since 2011
  • Member of the Board of the National Council of Agricultural Chambers
  • Member of the National Committee for the Collection and Use of Farm Accountancy Data
  • Member of the Farmers’ Social Insurance Council
  • Member of the Management Committee of the Beef Promotion Fund
  • Member of the Team for the In-Depth Review of Methodologies and the Application of Average Income from Work in Individual Agricultural Holdings per Converted Hectare
  • Member of the Advisory Team for Solving Rural Issues at the Podlaskie Voivode
  • Vice-President of the Eko-Tarcza Podlasie Association
  • Member of the Social Council for Agricultural Advisory Services at the Podlaskie Agricultural Advisory Center
  • Member of the MANS Expert Council in Łomża
  • Member of the County Labor Market Council in Siemiatycze
  • Initiator of the establishment of the Podlaskie Agricultural Agreement

Awards and Distinctions

  • Bronze Cross of Merit awarded by the President of the Republic of Poland
  • Saint Isidore the Farmer Medal for significant contributions to agriculture and promoting the cult of the patron saint of farmers
  • Honorary Badge “Meritorious for Agriculture”
  • Golden Decoration of the National Council of Agricultural Chambers “Meritorious for Agricultural Self-Government”

Privately, he is an active farmer. He runs an agricultural holding focused primarily on animal husbandry. His extensive experience and commitment to agricultural issues make him an important voice in discussions about the future of the Polish countryside and the agricultural sector.