Turning local know-how into European solutions for smarter bio-based farming

Michalis Genitsariotis, a former salesman turned olive grower from the northern Greek region of Halkidiki, is constantly learning in his “second life” as a farmer.Unlike many people with a traditional farming background, Michalis only turned to agriculture in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, at a time when many were pushed to change their lives.Seeking stability, he chose olives – a highly valued crop and a staple of the region.

Result-based interventions are considered strategic to achieve EU… | EU CAP Network

Result-based interventions are considered strategic to achieve EU environment and climate targets. But what is a result-based intervention, and what is not? And how can Member States assess the added value of these interventions to achieve environmental objectives? Costas Apostolopoulos and Guillaume Pierre, from the Evaluation Helpdesk, presented an overview of the Results-Based interventions already included in the CAP Strategic Plans of Nine Member States. Indicators should be understandable, measurable, and sensitive to agricultural management changes but stable over time to reduce risks for farmers. Environmental results, such as improvements in water and soil quality, may require long-term monitoring. Discover more in the third edition of the EU CAP Network Magazine 👉 https://kont.ly/f514c966

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