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Animating LEADER local development action in rural Austria
LEADER Local Action Groups in Austria benefit from strong cooperation at national level, which is animated through coordinated actions by the country’s National Network and LEADER Forum.
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Transnational cooperation links continents through LEADER
Many innovative uses of LEADER support have evolved in Member States, including using transnational cooperation (TNC) funding for macro-level actions linking continents.
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New Good Practice stories published
The website's latest Good Practice stories include an agroecology project, new kindergarten facilities, climate-friendly peat management and a novel approach to food tourism in Austria.
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Guidelines: Evaluating the AKIS Strategic Approach in CAP Strategic Plans
These guidelines aim to support EU Member States when evaluating their AKIS strategic approach, as part of the requirement to assess specific topics related to their CAP Strategic Plans.
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EAFRD Projects Brochure 'Information and Communication technology (ICT)'
This publication highlights how ICT is being used as an essential tool for unlocking the potential of rural areas,…
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EAFRD Projects Brochure 'Linkages with other EU funds'
This edition of the brochure focuses on how the EAFRD can work alongside other EU funding sources in rural areas.