Call for level playing field for all young farmers across the EU

A STRONG installation policy to ensure a level playing field for all young farmers in the European Union is being sought.

European Council of Young Farmers (CEJA) president Joris Baecke said a policy that includes a financial aspect, such as a guarantee for credits, reduced interest rates or guaranteed interests rate is needed.

“Access to land and access to credit are two elements that are vital to turn a new leaf in the sector.