The Eu Common Agricultural Policy Transformation: From the 2020 Reform to the 2023 Strategy

Abstract

Objective. The objective of the article is the assessment of the EU 2000-2023 common agricultural policy evaluation, key priorities and changes identification. Methods. The following general scientific methods of cognition are applied in the study: theoretical generalization and comparison, analysis and synthesis, induction and deduction, grouping, abstraction. Results. According to the results of the study, the features of the formation, implementation and transformation of the Common Agricultural Policy of the EU (EU SAP) are determined. The differences in the reform of the EU SAP in accordance with Agenda 2000 have been identified, namely the focus on reducing the negative consequences of EU enlargement, meeting the terms of new WTO rounds, reducing the cost of supporting the sector, resulting in a further shift from price support to direct payments, establishing a ceiling of direct payments for certain types of agricultural products, supporting rural development on the condition of preserving and expanding environmental and recreational functions, integrating environmental goals into the CPP. The features of SAP 2023-2027 and significant differences from previous periods have been established, namely, SAP is based on the Strategic Plans of the EU Member States; transition from compliance with norms and requirements in the process of SAP implementation to performance is planned; the main tools of SAP (direct payments, interventions for certain sectors of the market and support for the development of rural areas) are preserved, at the same time the mechanisms for their application are being transformed and the volumes are changing; areas of activity of the Member States are clearly defined, each Strategic Plan sets goals for expected results using common EU indicators, however target values, interventions reflect the needs and guidelines of EU member states; mechanisms for implementing the principle of justice, strengthening the redistributive effect are planned; attention to the introduction of innovative practices and technologies in order to increase agricultural productivity is increased; tools for supporting, preserving the environment and countering climate change, strengthening the socio-economic structure of rural areas are introduced.