The EU’s common agricultural policy (CAP) is fundamental to
the strength and competitiveness of EU farming and of the agri-food
sector as a whole, with its 19 million jobs. The CAP ensures
that farming and preservation of the environment go hand in
hand. It helps develop the economic and social fabric of rural
communities. It plays a vital role in confronting new challenges
such as climate change, water management, bio-energy and
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