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How to assess generational renewal among European farmers
Zagreb hosted the sixth Good Practice Workshop which provided an insightful platform for learning more about the evaluation of CAP Strategic Plans interventions to support young and new farmers.
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Register now for the 4th Forum on Best Practices in the Agri-Food Supply Chain
The 4th Farm to Fork Forum, a key annual event for all food supply chain actors in the EU, will focus on how producers can increase returns by actively participating in the value chain.
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Join our next Thematic Groups on generational renewal in farming and biodiversity
Two new Thematic Groups will kick off in September and examine generational renewal and enhancing biodiversity in farmland. Here’s what you can expect and how you can contribute.
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New guidelines to effectively assess the impact of CAP income support interventions on farm income
A Thematic Working Group that involved CAP academic experts for ten months has developed a mix of methods and indicators to support Member States in the assessment of CAP income support.
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Networking for the CAP
In early 2024, the CAP Implementation Contact Point team was invited to various events organised by National Networks in Wallonia (Belgium), Finland, Germany and Estonia. What we learnt there is feeding into our work, and can inspire colleagues around Europe.
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The contribution of EU funding and LEADER to rural areas – new studies published
The European Commission has released a new study examining the contribution of EU funding to the development of rural areas, and a new evaluation of LEADER's impact on balanced territorial development.
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Call for new EU CAP Network Focus Groups open !
Apply by 16 September 2024 to the call for EU CAP Network Focus Group experts
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How to assess generational renewal among European farmers
Zagreb hosted the sixth Good Practice Workshop which provided an insightful platform for learning more about the evaluation of CAP Strategic Plans interventions to support young and new farmers.
![Agriculture manager and farmer meeting, talking and discussing while walking on a farm outside](/sites/default/files/styles/card_mobile_400/public/2024-01/assessing-generational-renewal.jpg.webp?itok=LUUipfCL)
Thematic Groups: it’s been a busy spring!
Our recent Thematic Groups have gathered a lot of knowledge about the CAP's green architecture, Monitoring Committees, eco-schemes and support for farmers’ mental health.
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Register now for the 4th Forum on Best Practices in the Agri-Food Supply Chain
The 4th Farm to Fork Forum, a key annual event for all food supply chain actors in the EU, will focus on how producers can increase returns by actively participating in the value chain.
![Chief gathering vegetables in a farm](/sites/default/files/styles/card_mobile_400/public/2024-07/4th-forum-on-best-practices.jpg.webp?itok=UyczD8GO)