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Tourism opportunities: New Policy Insights published
The latest in our short-read collection of informative policy insights looks at how the CAP can contribute to rural tourism opportunities.
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Rural women: New Projects Brochure released
A new edition of the Projects Brochure builds on the EU CAP Network’s work promoting gender equality in rural areas. The publication highlights examples of projects funded by the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) led by women and initiatives that are advancing gender equality in rural areas.
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Thematic and geographic National Network clusters: Update
National Networks are advancing with their peer-driven clusters, which have now started to focus on thematic areas next to geographic clusters that have already been functioning for more than two years.
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Join our new Thematic Groups and share your EU expertise
June saw the completion of several Thematic Groups (TG) organised by the CAP Implementation Contact Point as well as preparations for the launch of new TGs that will help to build on the momentum achieved by the Network’s thematic activities so far.
![Knowledge sharing](/sites/default/files/styles/card_mobile_400/public/2023-07/Knowledge%20sharing.jpeg.webp?itok=0KaJPgWx)
Luxembourg launches new LEADER LAGs
New Local Action Groups (LAGs) are starting work around rural Europe this year. These include Luxembourg’s group of new LAGs, which were officially launched recently.
![Startschoss](/sites/default/files/styles/card_mobile_400/public/2023-07/Startschoss-2456.JPG.webp?itok=paKWb8Mo)
European Natura 2000 Award 2024
Applications to the European Natura 2000 Award 2024 are open until 29 September 2023!
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AgriJovem 2023: applications open now!
Applications are now open for the AgriJovem initiative. This opportunity is designed for higher education students in Portugal who are passionate about making a significant impact on agricultural activities at both national and European levels.
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Present your idea at the 'innovaatiotori' innovation market
On 12-14 October 2023, the Finnish Rural Network is organising an innovation market where Operational Groups and other innovative projects can exhibit their innovations and solutions for agriculture, horticulture and forestry. Apply by 4 August 2023.
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Latest website features
New features of the EU CAP Network website include a dedicated section for good practice CAP-funded projects organised by the CAP Implementation Contact Point as well as a comprehensive library of publications.
![Latest website features](/sites/default/files/styles/card_mobile_400/public/2023-07/Latest%20website%20features.jpg.webp?itok=Y0kZF8dG)
Fostering an effective and integrated AKIS in Member States
Watch videos and download materials from the EU CAP Network seminar on Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS)
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