The Impact of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) on Biodiversity in Romania

Petruta-Simona Grosu (Simion)
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Petruta-Simona Grosu (Simion): Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Bucharest, Romania

Economics and Applied Informatics, 2024, issue 3, 386-394

Abstract: The Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) of the European Union plays a crucial role in shaping agricultural practices and land management in Romania, having a significant impact on biodiversity. The implementation of CAP measures has led to a range of changes in land use and agricultural practices, which have had both positive and negative effects on biological diversity. On the one hand, subsidies and direct payments have encouraged agricultural intensification, resulting in habitat loss and a decline in species diversity. On the other hand, agri-environmental measures and rural development programs have promoted sustainable farming practices and habitat conservation, contributing to the protection of endangered species and the maintenance of traditional agricultural landscapes. Case studies from various regions of Romania demonstrate the variability of CAP impact, highlighting the need for an adaptive approach and constant monitoring to ensure a balance between agricultural productivity and biodiversity conservation. In conclusion, to maximize the benefits of CAP for biodiversity in Romania, it is essential to integrate biodiversity conservation objectives into all aspects of agricultural policy and to actively involve farmers and local communities in implementing environmental measures.

Keywords: Common Agricultural Policy (CAP); land use; agricultural practices; species protection; agricultural sustainability (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.35219/eai15840409466

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