This study on funding for EU rural areas assesses the role of the CAP 2014-2022 in addressing needs and actions outlined under the EU's Long-term vision for rural areas (LTVRA) in Europe. This role is considered in the context of Member States' strategic frameworks, plans or other policies for...

This study analyses how the CAP and state aid support farm competitiveness, including the role of young farmers and women. Challenges and drivers of EU farm competitiveness are identified. Key competitiveness indicators are analysed and their limitations are considered. The level of CAP support...

Strengthening the socio-economic fabric of rural areas is a key CAP objective, including generational renewal (GR). This evaluation assessed how the current CAP affects GR in rural Europe, also local development and jobs. It examined Young Farmer (YF) and other CAP measures aiming to attract...

The introduction of social conditionality in the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) 2023-2027 marks a significant shift in the European Union (EU) approach to improving working conditions for agricultural workers. This study establishes a baseline for future evaluations, assessing the state of...