A sustainable CAP
The CAP aims to ensure that agriculture and forestry in the EU is socially, economically and environmentally sustainable.
Social sustainability
The CAP supports rural communities and facilitates the essential roles that agriculture and forestry play in wider society.
Environmental sustainability
The CAP sets out to tackle climate change, protect natural resources and enhance biodiversity in the EU.
Economic sustainability
Agriculture and forestry can provide sustainable economic rewards for farmers, forest managers, and the EU as a whole.
Modernising agriculture
The transition to sustainable agriculture in the EU is driven by new technologies, research and innovation, and the spread of knowledge.