An example on how the process of preparing a local development strategy was used for stakeholder consultation on key rural development issues.
Projects & Practice
Start-up courses designed specifically for new entrants to farming ensure a strong grounding in both agricultural and business principles in the Flanders region of Belgium.
The Flemish NSU organised a series of Learning Networks for LEADER meetings focussing on specific topics, in order to support the exchange of information, invite topic experts and improve LEADER and CLLD implementation.

An agricultural company used EAFRD funding to strengthen its production of green asparagus and increase its share of the national and European market.

Promoting the sustainable management of small, privately owned forests. This is the winning initiative of the 2019 Rural Inspiration Awards in the 'LEADER' category.

An integrated municipal strategy to build a sustainable development model for the local economy based on the agri-food identity of the territory.

Installing an efficient irrigation system in a fig orchard helped to better manage water stress for the trees and increased the quality and volume of production.

Supporting the preparatory work for the creation of a 41 km green lane linking up bends the Meuse river between the municipalities of Yvoir and Huy in Wallonia.

Restoring a wetland ecosystem and creating an observation area, for ecological, hydrological, educational and touristic purposes.

A company that produces wine and olive oil developed a strategy to improve its water use efficiency and receives AECM support for its water-saving agricultural good practices.