The country is divided into 13 regions. Each region is subdivided into departments. Thses have been granted increased autonomy in terms of local government. Greece had little economic growth. Today however Greece has sort of a capitalist economy which encourages risk, investment and private ownership.
Tourism is a major source of income.
Agriculture accounts for 12 percent of the economy, industry another 22 percent and services 66 percent. Farmers in Greece grow wheat, corn barley, grapes, sugar beets, tomatoes, olives tobacco, cotton, potatoes, meat and dairy products. However, most farms are only a couple of acres in size, and many use ancient methods. Few cattle are raised due to a shortage of hay and pasture land. Instead sheep and goats are raised which can utilize more sparse lands.