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17 million

More than 17 million people in the EU are employed in agriculture, and CAP ensures their income stability and social protection.

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rural land

83%

EU’s rural areas cover 83% of the EU territory.

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young farmer

1 in 30

Just 1 in 30 farmers is a woman under 40.

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young farmers

6.5%

Percentage of EU farmers under the age of 35.

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134 000

Number of registered farmers in Croatia.

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430 000

Number of registered farmers in Hungary.

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agriculture

76 372

Number of registered farmers in Bulgaria.

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lost food per person

129 kg

The quantity of lost food per person, where more than half is by households.

tones of food

58

Around 58 million tonnes of food waste are generated in the EU each year.

food

447

CAP helps provide safe and high-quality foods at affordable prices for 447 million EU citizens.

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