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Supporting Young Farmers and Generational Renewal in EU Agriculture

Summary

This report examines how the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) supports young farmers and identifies major obstacles to their success. It proposes improvements to ensure a new generation can enter the agricultural sector effectively.
10 29.05.2018
Other
economy
environment
social policy
public administration
agriculture, forestry and fisheries

Key points

  • The report recommends continuing and increasing the financial support provided to young farmers.
  • Current payment structures need re-evaluation to prevent land speculation and encourage active farming.
  • Incentives should be created to motivate older farmers to pass their businesses to the next generation.
  • Improving access to private and public capital is essential for new entrants to start their businesses.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on the implementation of CAP young farmers’ tools in the EU after the 2013 reform Implementation of CAP young farmers’ tools in the EU after the 2013 reform
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