This study reviews the extent to which the current CAP and related EU policies promote sustainable competitiveness and innovation in agriculture, and assesses the current legislative proposals for CAP reform. It finds that the current policy does not realise its potential and that, although the...

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...

The purpose of this case study is to strengthen the overall research by establishing a more robust baseline for Austria. This approach provides a comprehensive analysis and understanding of the current state of affairs in the country prior to the implementation of the social conditionality...

Over the last few decades, it has become increasingly clear that our food systems need to be transformed to become more sustainable, in light of the increased impacts of climate change and the biodiversity crisis. By "food systems", we understand "all the elements and activities related to...

Agricultural and rural policies can benefit from potential synergies when designed correctly. Broadly speaking, agricultural policies target farms and food production, while rural policies focus on ensuring the development of a territory and the well-being of the rural population. Despite these...