Eurobarometer: 95% of Europeans back agriculture, rural areas as vital for EU future

A new Eurobarometer survey shows overwhelming public support for European agriculture and EU aid to farmers, with 95% viewing agriculture as important for Europe's future and 93% prioritizing stable food supply. This reflects broad political consensus ahead of upcoming EU budget negotiations, potentially strengthening the case for maintaining or increasing the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) funding. The survey is a snapshot of public opinion, not a policy change, but it signals political tailwinds for agricultural subsidies.