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New JRC report looks at the state of rural innovation
A new publication from the Joint Research Centre (JRC) shows that rural companies are not inherently less innovative than urban firms, but they innovate differently. It identifies drivers and barriers affecting rural businesses and offers policy directions to support rural innovation.
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Making the Rural Pact happen in Member States and regions: explore the new Rural Pact repository of practices
The new resource showcases how countries and regions across Europe are establishing structures, mechanisms and approaches to strengthen rural governance, stakeholder engagement and integrated rural development.
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Committee of the Regions report outlines recommendations for post-2027 rural development
The European Committee of the Regions (CoR) report provides an overview of the most pressing challenges faced by Europe’s regions and cities and solutions to inform EU policy decisions. The 2026 edition calls for a post-2027 cohesion policy which continues to foster integrated strategies for territorial revitalisation, including ensuring the ‘right to stay’.
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Hungarian LEADER groups call for stronger rural participation in post-2027 policies
Representatives of 40 Hungarian Local Action Groups (LAGs) adopted a joint Declaration calling for stronger local decision-making, predictable LEADER funding and meaningful rural participation in future EU policies at a national LEADER event held on 23 September 2026 in Kakucs, Hungary.
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Eurobarometer survey shows huge public support for EU agriculture and rural areas
The latest Eurobarometer survey reveals that 95% of Europeans consider agriculture and rural areas important for Europe's future. Similarly, 93% feel that securing a stable food supply for the EU is vital.
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Local creative ecosystems in non-urban areas: call for abstracts
The European Network of Cultural Centres (ENCC) is looking for inspiring case studies on creative ecosystems in non-urban territories for an upcoming book. Submit your contribution by 30 November.
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Explore the Eurostat regional yearbook 2026
The Eurostat regional yearbook 2026 provides statistical insights on a range of key topics and pressing challenges – from competitiveness to climate change – across regions of the EU, European Free Trade Association and candidate countries.
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Share your action for thriving rural areas: new Rural Pact explainer video
Are you working on an initiative that supports rural areas in Europe? Watch our new explainer video to submit your action for the rural vision and gain visibility on our online platform.
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