European Network for Rural Development
The European Network for Rural Development (EN RD) was launched in October 2008, to act as a focal point for all rural development actors across the EU. In particular, the EN RD helps ensure that Member States efficiently implement Rural Development Programmes (RDPs). Read more or download the ENRD leaflet [PDF
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EN RD NEWS and UPDATE
MAIN STORIES
STORY OF THE MONTH: 50th Anniversary of CAP Campaign
A campaign to mark the 50th anniversary of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) has been launched by the European Commission (EC).
HIGHLIGHT: International Green Week in Berlin
The 77th International Green Week is taking place in Berlin, Germany, until the 29 January.
PROJECT OF THE MONTH: Organic Food Processing in Slovakia
An EAFRD project in Slovakia is helping to modernize organic food processing.
NRN of the Month: Greece
The Greek National Rural Network is hosting its first NRN meeting in Thessaloniki, in February 2012.
OTHER NEWS
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22 February, 2012: ENRD announces event on Local development strategies and Co-operation On April 27-28, the ENRD will host Local Action Group representatives, members of the Leader Subcommittee, and members of EU organisations to explore cooperation as a key tool for enhancing local rural development. For further information, click here |
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3 February, 2012: Northern Ireland “Rural Development in Action” guide launched The new ‘RDP in Action’ guide, published by the Rural Network for Northern Ireland, highlights the range of activities which are taking place across Rural Northern Ireland with help from the Northern Ireland Rural Development Programme 2007-2013 (NIRDP). PDF[Part1
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13th January, 2012: Issue 9 of EU Rural Review on Forestry Published Issue 9 of the magazine EU Rural Review is now available to download from the ENRD website. This edition focuses on the issue of forestry and rural development. Click here. |
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13th January, 2012: First Mediterranean Cluster Network Meeting in Greece The deadline is fast approaching for registration for the first ‘Mediterranean Macro-regional Cluster Network’ meeting, in Thessaloniki, Greece on 01 February, 2012. Hosted by the Greek NRN, the meeting will focus on Mediterranean food quality products. To register, click here. |
