Evaluation
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Evaluation

Evaluations provide evidence for decision-making and improves the effectiveness, efficiency, relevance, coherene and the EU added value of CAP interventions. They also contribute to improved transparency, learning and accountability.

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10 Jul 2026

Understanding digitalisation under the CAP: a new learning portal for better assessment

A new multimedia learning portal to build knowledge for assessing digitalisation under CAP Strategic Plans.

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29 Jun 2026

Preparing a new CAP based on evidence: lessons learned from the Good Practice Workshop in Helsinki 

About 80 participants from 26 Member States gathered in Finland to share their experiences using evaluations to improve the implementation of the CAP Strategic Plans and to prepare the future CAP.

  • Evaluation
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29 Jun 2026

Supporting CAP evaluation: introducing the National CAP Network’s evaluation learning portal

National Networks can engage in CAP Strategic Plans monitoring and evaluation processes, particularly in facilitating stakeholder engagement and supporting data flows.

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Use of evaluations for improving policy and for ex ante assessments to prepare the next CAP
Event Reports |

Use of evaluations for improving policy and for ex ante assessments to prepare the next CAP

The workshop highlighted how embedding evaluations in governance and preparing timely follow-ups are essential for translating evidence into policy improvements, for today's and the future CAP.

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Evaluation of ‘Investments in agricultural holdings in renewable energy sources (RES) and energy efficiency improvements’, Poland 2023-2027 CSP
Member State Evaluation |

Evaluation of ‘Investments in agricultural holdings in renewable energy sources (RES) and energy efficiency improvements’, Poland 2023-2027 CSP

This evaluation of Poland’s 2023-2027 CAP Strategic Plan (CSP) analyses intervention I.10.2 (supporting renewable energy and energy efficiency investments). Among applicants, solar installations accounted for most applications, while administrative and technical barriers constrained participation.

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Assessment of RDP sub-measure 8.3 'prevention of damage by forest fires' on climate change in the Balearic Islands
Member State Evaluation |

Assessment of RDP sub-measure 8.3 'prevention of damage by forest fires' on climate change in the Balearic Islands

This thematic evaluation is part of the work to evaluate the impact of the 2014-2020 Rural Development Programme of the Balearic Islands (Spain) on climate change, with a focus on the prevention of damage to forests caused by forest fires, natural disasters and catastrophes.

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