The government is strengthening the competitiveness and development of Polish agriculture, small farms and rural development with aspects of transition to a green and digital economy. The new Common Agricultural Policy 2023-2027 has been in force since January, the planned funds of which amount to EUR 25.2 billion.
The Strategic Plan assumes, among others:
supporting fair farm income
competitiveness, research, technology and digitalisation
improving the position of farmers in the value chain
climate change mitigation and adaptation, sustainable energy production
supporting sustainable development and efficient management of natural resources such as water, soil and air
contributing to the protection of biodiversity, enhancing ecosystem services and protecting habitats and landscapes
attracting young farmers and facilitating business development in rural areas
promoting employment, growth, social inclusion and local development in rural areas, including the bioeconomy and sustainable forestry
improving the response of EU agriculture to societal food and health needs, including safe, nutrient-rich and sustainable food as well as animal welfare.
In 2022, subsidies for fertilizers in the Podkarpackie amounted to 69,454,170.