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EU CAP Network conference on water resilience
From 19 to 21 May 2026, the EU CAP Network conference ‘Water resilience in agriculture: innovation in practice’ showcased practical solutions to strengthen water resilience in EU agriculture and forestry. Through real-life cases, workshops, field visits and an innovation market, the event created space to discuss innovative project results and encourage further networking among participants. Relive the best moments of the conference and watch testimonials from participants in the conference aftermovie.
Latest News
Have your say: EU-wide survey on social conditionality under the CAP
How is social conditionality working on the ground? ADE, commissioned by the European Commission's DG AGRI, is running an EU-wide survey on the implementation and impact of social conditionality under the CAP 2023–2027, the mechanism linking CAP payments to compliance with EU labour and occupational safety and health (OSH) requirements.
- CAP Implementation
- Innovation, knowledge exchange & EIP-AGRI
- Evaluation
Farm diversification: an asset for rural resilience
Farm diversification contributes to resilient farms and rural communities. It requires careful strategic planning and skills, as well as stable and supportive policy frameworks.
- CAP Implementation
EIP-AGRI Challenge videos: discover how challenges in the field are tackled
Six videos showcasing innovative farms and projects from across Europe.
- Innovation, knowledge exchange & EIP-AGRI
Europe’s budget – Building stronger, connected, resilient and prosperous rural communities
Under the proposed 2028–2034 budget, the European Commission is renewing its commitment to rural areas and communities.
- CAP Implementation
Upcoming Events
Cross Visits for Organic Agricultural Advisors across Europe
- Innovation, knowledge exchange & EIP-AGRI
Network to innovate: New Innovative Technologies in Forestry
- Innovation, knowledge exchange & EIP-AGRI
Latest publications
Farm-scale biogas: turning farm waste into energy and reducing costs
Irish farmer saves up to €30,000 a year on purchased energy thanks to the energy generated by his on-farm biogas plant.
- Innovation, knowledge exchange & EIP-AGRI
EU CAP Network Focus Group 'Innovative on-farm energy production systems'
This report presents the main results of the EU CAP Network Focus Group 'Innovative on-farm energy production systems', the meetings of which were held on 12-13 November 2025 (Dublin, Ireland) and 21-22 April 2026 (Lelystad, the Netherlands)
- Innovation, knowledge exchange & EIP-AGRI
Testing grant delivery of woodland management for biodiversity in England, UK
This evaluation assessed the effects of Woodland Improvement Grant management on woodland birds and habitat structure in the East Midlands of England. By comparing baseline surveys conducted between 2010 and 2012 with repeat surveys undertaken in 2019, the evaluation found more positive changes in target bird species on grant-supported sites than on comparable non-grant sites.
- Evaluation
Support to
CAP Implementation
As an integral part of the EU CAP Network, the CAP Implementation Contact Point supports and coordinates networking activities relating to the design and implementation of the CAP’s strategic plans.
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Innovation & knowledge exchange | EIP-AGRI
'Innovation & knowledge exchange | EIP-AGRI’'s role is to facilitate communication and cooperation between those with a keen interest in sharing knowledge and innovative ideas for sustainable agriculture, forestry and rural areas.
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Evaluation
The European Evaluation Helpdesk for the CAP provides tailored support to EU Member States and the European Commission in their evaluations of agriculture and rural development policy.
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LEADER
LEADER is a local development method which has been used for 30 years to engage local actors in the design and delivery of strategies, decision-making and resource allocation for the development of their rural areas.
Find out moreNational networks
National CAP networks have a key role in steering and driving forward policy as well as promoting stakeholder engagement, knowledge sharing and capacity building for EU Member States and other actors.
Find out moreLAG Directory
The EU CAP Network LAG Directory brings together in one place the contact details for the new LEADER Local Action Groups (LAGs) created in the 2023-2027 programming period.
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