European agricultural federation Copa and Cogeca has launched a petition urging the European Commission (EC) to protect the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) budget from potential changes that could consolidate it into “one single fund.” The farming lobby warns this could dilute its financial instruments once the new budget comes into effect after 2027. The petition aims to mobilize Europe’s farmers against the current EC proposal of a “single fund” that would bring the CAP into broader EU financial programs. The authorities believe such restructuring can help tackle modern trade challenges, while capitalizing on tech and AI innovation.
