US-EU Collaboration Platform on Agriculture
A new chapter in transatlantic agricultural cooperation began in November 2021 when Secretary Vilsack and European Union Agriculture Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski launched the Collaboration Platform on Agriculture (CPA). Through the CPA, USDA and the EU Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development (DG AGRI) will exchange knowledge and information and promote mutual understanding and trust as we work together to combat climate change, foster agricultural sustainability, and confront common challenges.
2022 CPA Areas of Focus
- Soil Health
- Greenhouse Gas Emissions Mitigation
- Food Systems Resilience and Adaptation
- Communication
2022 CPA Events and Activities
Click here for a complete calendar/summary of 2022 events and activities.
Resources
USDA-DG AGRI Administrative Arrangement
For more information about the CPA, please email USDACPA@usda.gov
News and Features
February 28, 2023
EU Commissioner Gets First-Hand Look at U.S. Farming
Tom Vilsack and European Union Agriculture Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski traveled to a family-owned and operated grain and vegetable farm in Maryland so the Commissioner could learn more about U.S. agriculture and its commitment to climate-smart, sustainable production.
September 14, 2022
REGISTER NOW: US-EU CPA Stakeholder Session in Brussels
As we conclude the first year of the US-EU Collaboration Platform on Agriculture, USDA invites stakeholders to help us take stock of 2022 accomplishments and discuss the work program for 2023.
August 17, 2022
Save the Date: CPA Stakeholder Session December 6-7 in Brussels
As we conclude the first year of the US-EU Collaboration Platform on Agriculture, USDA invites stakeholders to help us take stock of 2022 accomplishments and discuss the work program for 2023.