It can be concluded from the investigations that the current situation is rather contradictory, because even in France – where subsidies for young farmers are the most structured and comprehensive among all EU member States – the number of young farmers is falling. This confirms that subsidies are not in themselves sufficient; rather the development of a suitable social environment and atmosphere is necessary. Greater efforts, more rational measures and an increase in subsidies are required in the EU:
– Operation of a continuously maintained information system about young farmers.
– Subsidisation of a greater proportion of the necessary investments and high expenditure required for starting a farm.
– Modernisation of the early retirement institution and its more effective promotion.
– Easing the handover of farms, both socially and legally.
– Modernisation of education, training and related network development.
– Better harmonisation of measures.
– Increasing the effectiveness of the measures aimed at supporting young farmers, by better definition of the target group, e.g.: innovative agricultural development or support for those working in the field of bio-energy.
– Removal of taxation and legal/inheritance obstacles.
Creation of a more favourable environment through regional development.
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