The Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is at an impasse. While it is said that
existing policies are not tenable, all recent reform plans have been condemned
as unacceptable. However, a bond scheme, as part of reform that pays more
attention to society s aspirations for the environment and rural development,
offers a way forward. This book demystifies the bond scheme proposal and
explores concerns expressed by farmers and policy makers. Written by economists,
a political scientist and a practicing politician, it offers rare insights into
EU farm policy.