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The importance of agriculture and rural areas for the future in the European Union: An exploration of public opinion

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  • Mercedes Rodríguez

    (Institute of Regional Development, University of Granada, Granada, Spain)

  • José Antonio Camacho

    (Institute of Regional Development, University of Granada, Granada, Spain)

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The last years have seen a momentous transformation in Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). The focus of interventions has shifted from production toward rural development but recognising the role of farmers. Although the attitudes of farmers to CAP have long been previously studied, little attention has been focused on the views of citizens. Using data from the 'Special Eurobarometer 520: Europeans, Agriculture and the CAP', we sought to provide a clearer understanding of citizens' opinions about the future of agriculture and rural areas in the European Union. In particular, we assessed rural-urban differences and examined disparities across countries, paying attention to the importance of rural development in the planned expenditure under CAP 2023-2027. The results showed that the perceived importance is higher for respondents living in rural areas and that there are disparities across countries. From a policy perspective, targeted efforts should be made in each country to address the specific challenges each country faces.

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  • Mercedes Rodríguez & José Antonio Camacho, 2023. "The importance of agriculture and rural areas for the future in the European Union: An exploration of public opinion," Agricultural Economics, Czech Academy of Agricultural Sciences, vol. 69(10), pages 394-403.
    • Handle: RePEc:caa:jnlage:v:69:y:2023:i:10:id:115-2023-agricecon
    DOI: 10.17221/115/2023-AGRICECON
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