How Ireland's eco-schemes fit with European Commission's plans

Seven member states plan an eco-scheme budget allocation above the minimum requirement of 25% of the €270bn direct payments to EU farmers. Ireland has proposed 25%. 

The 27 EU member states will have 170 different eco-schemes next year, if the European Commission accepts all of their submitted CAP Strategic Plans.

The 27 EU member states will have 170 different eco-schemes next year if the European Commission accepts all of their submitted CAP Strategic Plans.

And countries have proposed no fewer than 260 agri-environment and climate management commitments in the second pillar of the new CAP. More than ever, the Common Agricultural Policy will vary widely from country to country.