The Canada Brief

World · 6 d ago

Illustration of an empty farm barn at dusk

EU agriculture ministers agree a position on the new farm policy

The framework for 2028 to 2034 would merge the two current funding pillars into one structure, with national and regional plans.

What we know

  • Support rules agreed by ministers

Not yet

  • Budget figures
  • Caps on large payments

The deal is partial: it leaves out budget figures and caps on payments to large farms, which depend on the EU's 2028-2034 budget talks.

What's in it

Every country must define an active farmer, with room to adapt it. Support would favour small farms and young farmers, with higher payments and a start-up package.