Fostering agricultural and rural policy dialogue
Agricultural and rural policies can benefit from potential synergies when designed
correctly. Broadly speaking, agricultural policies target farms and food production,
while rural policies focus on ensuring the development of a territory and the well-being
of the rural population. Despite these differences, both policies are often applied
within the same territory and share a growing interest in improving environmental
sustainability and adapting to climate change, as well as improving inclusiveness,
food security and nutrition, and increasing productivity and innovation. This paper
calls for a constructive dialogue on policies and processes to enhance the synergies
and coherence in policy advice, and helping to resolve possible trade-offs between
agricultural and rural policies. There are many opportunities to build on potential
synergies, including on the role of agriculture in structural change in rural areas,
on diversifying farm and rural economies, and on ensuring environmental sustainability.
Published on June 28, 2023
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