LEADER/CLLD

22 Apr. 2026

Celebrating LEADER/CLLD and looking to contribute to the Croatian NRPP

The LEADER community acting for rural areas in Croatia came together on 23-25 March in Terme Tuhelj to discuss how Local Action Groups (LAGs) and Fisheries LAGs could participate in the planning for the country’s National and Regional Partnership Plan (NRPP). Speakers from around the EU explained the benefits of stakeholder involvement in developing rural areas.

30 März 2026

New strategy supports EU eastern rural regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine

The European Commission has adopted a comprehensive strategy to step up support for the EU’s eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine. Key actions for rural areas include investments in agriculture, forestry, innovation, connectivity and communities, and increased activities within the Rural Pact.

25 Febr. 2026

Join our upcoming Good Practice Webinar on LEADER/CLLD, Integrated Territorial Investments and Smart Villages!

Territorial instruments and approaches are essential mechanisms for delivering rural development policies across the EU. Express your interest by 24 March to participate in this dedicated Rural Pact webinar held on 22 April 2026.