Common Agricultural Policy Indicators - Financing the CAP

Indicators contributing to the assessment of the performance of the Common Agricultural Policy. For over 50 years, the common agricultural policy (CAP) has been among the most important European common policies. It has taken a large part of the EU's budget, with a declining percentage over the years. These resources at EU level ensures efficient and effective spending that avoids distorting the internal market and delivers a wide range of public goods. The dashboard shows CAP expenditure by instrument, sector and Member States. It highlights the progressive switch from price support to decoupled support, and the increasing focus on rural development and greening.