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Romania's agricultural cooperatives and rural communities may face reduced access to EU funds from 2028 to 2034 due to reforms in the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). The proposed minimum of 10% for rural development funding lacks guarantees for necessary investments. Key areas like rural infrastructure and farmer training could suffer as rural development competes with national priorities. The new CAP framework may favor officially recognized producer groups, potentially sidelining unrecognized cooperatives. The LEADER program's future also raises concerns, as insufficient guaranteed funding could hinder local projects vital for rural economic growth. Without predictable financing, attracting youth to agriculture may become increasingly challenging.