Common Agricultural Policy funding faces potential cuts after 2027

Negotiations regarding the future of the European Union’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2027 have sparked concerns among farmers, cooperatives, and agricultural organizations. While the Irish Presidency’s framework maintains the minimum funding level proposed by the European Commission, agricultural groups warn that this does not guarantee current resource levels.

The minimum amount for CAP income support is set at €293.7 billion in current prices, or approximately €261 billion in 2025 prices. However, the Irish proposal includes an overall reduction of about 8% in the Multiannual Financial Framework for 2028–2034 compared to the Commission’s initial proposal.

Farm Europe has reacted strongly to the discussions, rejecting the idea that CAP funding is secure. The organization argues that the current proposal maintains original plans to limit funding and that potential additional resources are not guaranteed. There are also concerns regarding changes to how subsidies are distributed among farmers and livestock breeders, alongside potential reductions in resources dedicated to managing agricultural crises.