During the project, the expert team assess the impact of direct payments and other intervention measures under Lithuania’s 2023–2027 CAP Strategic Plan (SP) on farm income growth and stabilisation, income distribution, the reduction of income disparities and variability, the territorial balance of support, and farm resilience. The experts estimate and assess the net impact of support on indicators reflecting changes in agricultural sector income compared with broader economic indicators; trends in agricultural income; and changes in and distribution of agricultural income by farm size, type of farming, and farming conditions. The experts also contribute to the preparation of conclusions and recommendations on how the use of European Union (EU) support funds could be improved, taking into account the achievement of the long-term objectives of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), more effective management of EU support, and the implementation of a fairer CAP.
Project requires to carry out complex assessments in line with European Commission methodological requirements, the results of which can be directly used to improve public policy and support decision-making on the future implementation of the CAP in Lithuania. Close cooperation with public policy makers, implementing bodies, and data holders enables to apply scientific knowledge directly in the development of evidence-based policy decisions.