Política Agrícola Comum (video)

What was a primary reason for the creation of the Common Agricultural Policy (PAC)?

• To promote industrial farming practices.

• To address agro-food scarcity in Europe after World War II.

• To establish a common currency for agricultural trade.

• To reduce the number of small family farms.

Which of the following was NOT an initial central objective of the Common Agricultural Policy (PAC)?

• To ensure an equitable standard of living for the agricultural population.

• To stabilize agricultural markets.

• To guarantee supply security.

• To promote green policies and ecosystem services.

What was a significant change introduced by the 2003 reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (PAC)?

• Implementation of production quotas to manage surpluses.

• A shift towards direct payments to producers based on historical production.

• Reinforcement of "green" policies and payment for ecosystem services.

• Inclusion of agriculture in the World Trade Organization (WTO) agreements.

What is the primary innovation introduced by the Common Agricultural Policy Framework for 2023-2027?

• Increased direct payments to large corporations

• The establishment of National Strategic Plans (PEPAC)

• A complete elimination of all agricultural subsidies

• Exclusive focus on traditional farming methods

Which of the following is NOT a type of support or measure found within Axis A of the National Strategic Plans (PEPAC)?

• Base income support

• Production-linked support

• Measures for rural development

• Eco-schemes

What percentage of farmers in Portugal, despite representing 50% of the Standard Output Value, receive only 30% of the aid from the Common Agricultural Policy?

• 10%

• 40%

• 70%

• 90%

What type of agricultural practices does the National Confederation of Agriculture (CNA) suggest environmental measures should value to reflect national characteristics?

• Large-scale monoculture and intensive livestock farming

• Polyculture and productions based on the Mediterranean diet

• Genetically modified crops and chemical-intensive farming

• Hydroponics and vertical farming