Abstract:On 1 May 2004, ten new member states (NMS) joined the European Union (EU), thereby increasing the size and diversity of the EU agricultural sector. The agricultural sectors of these new countries are ...On 1 May 2004, ten new member states (NMS) joined the European Union (EU), thereby increasing the size and diversity of the EU agricultural sector. The agricultural sectors of these new countries are very diverse. Poland has by far the largest agricultural sector in terms of land, employment and output. The implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in the NMS is likely to have a significant impact on their agricultural sectors. This chapter provides quantitative and qualitative information on changes in the size and characteristics of EU agriculture resulting from enlargement, on market developments, on CAP implementation, and on resulting support levels.Read More