Read the highlights report! Historically, rural areas have been characterized primarily by population density and proximity to urban centres. However, this approach oversimplifies reality and neglects the wide variety of rural areas, encompassing various...
Climate change is no longer a distant threat but a pressing reality. Floods, fires, droughts, and the loss of biodiversity are impacting people worldwide. In response to these climate, ecological and related socio-economic challenges, the European Commission is...
A few weeks ago, February 6th, the European Commission introduced a groundbreaking resource to enhance rural development throughout the EU. The newly launched Rural toolkit serves as an interactive guide, mapping all funding opportunities available at the EU level for...
Authors: Ronan Ysebaert, Marianne Guérois, Louis Laurian, RIATE Accessibility Is a crucial element of our everyday’s life and a backstone for economic development and service provision. Yet, accessibility is still a major concern for rural and remote areas. This blog...
BRUSSELS, February 1- The Council and the European Parliament reached a new political agreement for amending the current regulation (Regulation 223/2009) on European statistics. This accord is designed to overhaul the existing legal framework governing the...
A recent publication from the Joint Research Centre suggests a methodology to define Functional Rural Areas in the EU, and currently seek for feedbacks. An approach based on functionality Shifting towards a functional approach is not new in the European Union. It was...
Brussels, Jan 26, 2024 - President Ursula von der Leyen has launched the Strategic Dialogue on the Future of Agriculture, a vital initiative aimed at shaping a collective vision for the EU's farming and food system. Chaired by Professor Peter Strohschneider, the...
Authors: Michael Kull, Natural Resources Institute Finland (LUKE), Tristan Berchoux (IAMM) and Ian McCallum (IIASA). In an era where decision-making is increasingly relying on both accurate and granular data, understanding the dynamics of rural territories is crucial...
Adapted from the Rural Pact Support Office’s news The inaugural edition of the Rural Vision Magazine has just been published. This first edition provides stories and information to inspire and drive progress in implementing the EU’s Rural Vision. This Magazine was...
Author: Merveille Ntabushashe (AEIDL) Editor: Maite Iglesias (AEIDL) In a move to address the diverse needs of rural communities, the European Commission launched the Rural Pact in 2021, as part of its Long-Term Vision for EU's rural areas. This initiative serves as a...
