New approach on agriculture in the Neighbourhood
Senior agriculture officials from European Neighbourhood Policy partner countries meet today and tomorrow in Brussels to discuss the modernisation of the agricultural sector in their countries at a Conference on the European Neighbourhood Programme for Agriculture & Rural Development (ENPARD). ENPARD is a new policy initiative, part of the EU's commitment to inclusive growth and stability in its Neighbourhood, which recognises the potential importance of agriculture in terms of food security, sustainable production and rural employment. "ENPARD will not only contribute to more employment but it will also help to improve the quality of life of people in rural areas. Moreover support to agriculture and rural development is also a key element of the EU's commitment to inclusive growth in the Neighbourhood.'' said Commissioner Štefan Füle.
More information: New Commission approach on agriculture in Neighbourhood launched - Press release 
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