The EU outlines an agricultural budget of over 300 billion euros after 2027

The European Commission proposes a new agricultural budget framework that guarantees support for farmers after 2027, combining dedicated funds, enhanced crisis reserves, and increased flexibility for member states.

The European Union is preparing a new budget framework for agriculture after 2027, with allocations exceeding 300 billion euros, in an effort to ensure predictable incomes for farmers and to strengthen food security in a context marked by economic and climatic volatility.

In short

Nearly 294 billion euros will be allocated through dedicated agricultural funds

A new safety reserve of 6.3 billion euros will double existing crisis mechanisms

Member states will be able to mobilize in advance up to 45 billion euros from 2028

At least 10% of funds will be directed towards investments in rural areas

According to the conclusions of the extraordinary meeting of agriculture ministers, convened by the European Commission and the Cypriot Presidency of the EU Council, the European executive proposes maintaining a high level of budgetary support for agriculture within the next multiannual financial framework, after 2027.

The new system will be based on national and regional partnership plans, which will include a dedicated allocation of 293.7 billion euros for farmers and rural communities, a sum that can be supplemented by member states with additional resources. The stated objective is to guarantee a stable income for farmers, at a time when market pressures, input costs, and climate risks remain high.

"In the future common agricultural policy, support for farmers' incomes is protected and guaranteed. In addition to the minimum of 300 billion euros allocated to farmers in the next budget, I have proposed that at least 10% of the resources of each national and regional partnership plan be dedicated to rural development," said Christoph Hansen, the European Commissioner for Agriculture and Food.

Alongside the basic funds, the Commission proposes the creation of a "Unity Safety Net" worth 6.3 billion euros, which will double the current crisis reserve and can be activated quickly in the event of major market disruptions, natural disasters, or episodes of animal diseases.

A key element of the new budget architecture is increased flexibility for member states. Starting in 2028, they will be able to access in advance up to two-thirds of the funds normally available at the mid-term review, equivalent to approximately 45 billion euros, to respond quickly to the needs of farmers and rural communities.

The Commission's proposals come amid a broader debate about the role of agriculture in the economic and strategic security of the Union. In addition to direct support, the agri-food sector is expected to benefit from funds from the future European Competitiveness Fund and from research programs, especially for biotechnology, bioeconomy, and sustainable agriculture. The Commission emphasizes that the new budget framework aims to transform agricultural support into a long-term stability instrument, not just a crisis response mechanism.

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