25/05/2021 (Agence Europe) – Direct aid from the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) makes a major contribution to stabilising farm incomes, according to a study published on 12 May by the European Commission. The EU average share of support from the two pillars of the CAP is 36% of farm income (with direct payments accounting for 26%). The effectiveness, relevance and European added value of these measures are generally welcomed, but their targeting can be improved. External convergence...