Generational Renewal in European Farming

Generational renewal in European farming is a complex challenge influenced by demographics, land ownership, inheritance and pension systems, and cultural attitudes. It requires policy, economic, and social solutions to ensure viable farm transfers, attract young farmers, and sustain rural communities. Supporting farm succession has been a CAP priority since the 1980s, yet progress remains uneven. This seminar is particularly timely: the European Commission is preparing to publish its new Generational Renewal Strategy, while Ireland has just released a national report on Generational Renewal in Farming. The upcoming CAP proposals for 2027 and beyond will include a dedicated package of measures to address the issue.

Co-hosted by EURAGRI CLG members, the virtual seminar brings together leading voices from farming, policy, and research to review current knowledge and experiences of generational renewal. With a focus on lessons learned and emerging strategies, it will highlight what is needed next to enhance the generational renewal process.

By sharing diverse perspectives, the seminar will help identify the next steps to strengthen the generational renewal processes and support essential for a just transition in agri-food systems delivering economic, environmental, and social benefits for rural development over the next 25 years.

Programme (Times in CET time zone)