2nd meeting of the Thematic Group on the Design and Implementation of Eco-schemes in the new CAP Strategic Plans

The Thematic Group (TG) onthe Design and Implementation of Eco-schemes in the new CAP Strategic Plansaims to observe and discuss Member States’ experiences in the design and implementation of eco-schemes, to identify what is working well and what issues are arising in terms of uptake of eco-schemes.Eco-schemes are a major new intervention under the direct payments part of the CAP for the 2023-27 period. Eco-schemes are annual commitments for carrying out a wide range of practices and rewarding and incentivising farmers for taking action towards more sustainable farm and land management. These schemes play an important role in enhancing the delivery of environmental, climate and animal welfare targets that contribute to the achievement of the European Green Deal and the objectives of the Farm to Fork Strategy and Biodiversity Strategy. Member States designed eco-schemes according to their environmental and climate needs.