DEFRA answers your questions on CAP reform

Farming minister George Eustice will be logging on to FWi today, for an exclusive online Q&A on the CAP consultation.


This is a unique opportunity to talk directly to a policymaker, get your questions answered and your views heard on the CAP consultation which is under way.


You might have a question about the possibility of transferring up to 15% of funds from Pillar 1 to Pillar 2. You might want to know what certain changes will mean for the UK’s competitiveness, environment or rural economies. Or maybe you have a suggestion for how you’d like to see policies rolled out across the country.


“UK CAP funding is worth about £20bn overall, so it’s crucial that we get it right,” said Mr Eustice.


“I’m looking forward to hearing ideas on how we can get the best value for money from CAP for farmers, the environment and rural communities over the next seven years.”
George Eustice, farm minister

“I’m looking forward to hearing ideas on how we can get the best value for money from CAP for farmers, the environment and rural communities over the next seven years.”


Farmers Weekly’s news editor Jonathan Riley will be chairing the 30-minute live event between 2-2.30pm on Thursday.


There’s no need to log in or register – just visit www.fwi.co.uk at 2pm, where you will find a discussion box and will be able to join the conversation in real time.



Don’t worry if you can’t make it along on Thursday – you can submit questions now and a full transcript will be available as soon as it’s finished.




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