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This was the first meeting of the 1st meeting of the Thematic Group on Just Transition in the Agri-Food System: the Role of the CAP.

In the first meeting of the Thematic Group (TG) on Just Transition in the Agri-Food System: the Role of the CAP, we looked at look at Member States’ experiences in designing and implementing CAP interventions that support a Just Transition. We explored the factors that may contribute to successful outcomes, as well as the challenges that need to be overcome.

Aims of the meeting

  • Share good practice examples of successful approaches to achieve a Just Transition in the agri-food system.
  • Identify current barriers in aligning climate and environmental objectives with social and economic realities and actions needed to overcome these to drive meaningful change.
  • Explore the main areas of interest for further in-depth discussion.

Programme

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Final Agenda - EU CAP Network Thematic Group on Just Transition

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EU CAP Network

EU CAP Network

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  • Thematic Group on Just Transition in the Agri-Food System: the Role of the CAP
  • Martina Di Paula+3
  • Lovisa Filipsson
  • Conor McCloskey
  • Parallel session

Resources

Documents

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Background Paper - Thematic Group on Just Transition in the Agri-Food System: the Role of the CAP

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Presentations

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Welcome & introduction to the TG on Just Transition in the Agri-Food System: the role of the CAP, Lisa Haller, EU CAP Network

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The concept of Just Transition in the agri-food sector and how to make it work, David Rose (Harper Adams University) & Genene Hunter (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds RSPB)

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Key barriers and challenges identified and lessons learnt from previous EU CAP Network activities, Kaley Hart (EU CAP Network)

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Martina di Paula (Fundación Entretantos, ES): Experience from La red de municipios por la Agroecología

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Lovisa Filipsson (Federation of Swedish Farmer LRF, SE): Tools and methods helping farms prepare for crises, climate impacts and long‑term sustainability challenges

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Conor McCloskey (University College Dublin, IE): Mental health in the context of sustainable agriculture and associated toolkits

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