Regulation EU 2021 2115 Common Agricultural Policy Strategic Plans
Rules on support for strategic CAP Plans
DescriptionOverview of the initiative and its approach.
Regulation EU 2021 2115 establishes the framework for the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) strategic plans implemented by Member States and financed through Union agricultural funds. The regulation defines common objectives of instruments and governance requirements while granting flexibility to Member States to design national interventions aligned with local needs. It integrates income support sectoral measures and rural development actions within a single strategic planning and performance framework.
TechnologyTechnology used by the initiative.
The regulation is implemented through digital administrative systems of data reporting platforms and monitoring frameworks operated by Member States and the European Commission. These systems support performance tracking financial management compliance monitoring and evaluation using statistical indicators and geospatial information.
TargetUsers, groups, or communities targeted by the initiative.
The policy targets farmers in rural communities, cooperatives, advisory services paying agencies, and public authorities responsible for agricultural support and rural development implementation. The regulation also indirectly supports agri-food businesses and environmental actors involved in sustainable land management.
Business modelHow the initiative delivers and sustains its value.
The regulation is financed through the European Agricultural Guarantee Fund and the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development which provide public funding to Member State for strategic plans. Payments are delivered through national authorities based on eligibility rules and performance criteria.
ImpactThe observed or intended effects of the initiative.
The regulation aims to strengthen farm resilience, enhance environmental and climate performance, and support balanced territorial development across rural areas. Additionally, the policy intends to strengthen rural economies, support farmer income stability, and contribute to long term food security within the European Union. With this regulation, monitoring, evaluation, and digital reporting systems are expected to be strengthened to support sustainable agricultural production of environmental protection and balanced rural development.
PartnersOrganizations and stakeholders involved in the initiative.
European Commission Member State
Four BettersThe FAO Four Betters supported by the initiative.
Better production
Better nutrition
Better environment
Better life
