Economics Large Mediterranean crops make up most of Greece's economy. The crops grown include sugar cane, citrus fruits, and olives. Anchovy fishing also plays an important role in economic growth of Greece. Greece is also known for its tourism. People from around the world flock to the gorgeous beaches of Greece every year.
Tourism is great for the economy of Greece however at some cost.
To the west of Greece lies the Ionian Islands. Not only are the islands important for the tourist industry they are also the most important laying sights for loggerhead sea turtles. Loggerheads return to the beaches of their birth year after year to lay their clutches of egg on the sandy white beaches. This vital five month period is also the time the loggerheads head to the beach to lay their eggs. The demand for not just for tourism but industry, development, and other forms of recreation as well.