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Eco-Scheme—Carbon Farming and Nutrient Management—A New Tool to Support Sustainable Agriculture in Poland

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  • Anna Rosa

    (Institute of Rural and Agricultural Development, Polish Academy of Sciences, 00-330 Warsaw, Poland)

  • Aleksandra Pawłowska

    (Institute of Rural and Agricultural Development, Polish Academy of Sciences, 00-330 Warsaw, Poland)

  • Michał Dudek

    (Institute of Rural and Agricultural Development, Polish Academy of Sciences, 00-330 Warsaw, Poland)

Abstract

This study investigates the spatial dynamics of participation in the carbon farming eco-scheme in Poland under the EU CAP for 2023–2027. Addressing the broader context of sustainable agriculture and climate change mitigation, this research explores how farm size and structural characteristics influence the adoption of regenerative practices incentivised through this eco-scheme. Using spatial statistical methods, including the global Moran’s I test and the global spatial cross-correlation index, this study analyses county-level data from 2023 to 2024 on farm size, the number of beneficiaries, and payment levels. The findings reveal distinct spatial clusters in eco-scheme participation, with larger farms showing greater regional concentration and smaller farms displaying stronger local clustering in payment distribution. The findings highlight varied spatial mechanisms that influence adoption and financial support patterns, indicating that both farm size and regional context play a significant role in shaping the uptake of eco-schemes. This study emphasises the significance of comprehensive spatial and socio-economic data in the formulation of effective, evidence-based policies pertaining to sustainable agriculture. It establishes a basis for more precisely targeted interventions and optimal resource allocation, thereby supporting both national and EU climate objectives while simultaneously enhancing the resilience and sustainability of rural regions.

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  • Anna Rosa & Aleksandra Pawłowska & Michał Dudek, 2025. "Eco-Scheme—Carbon Farming and Nutrient Management—A New Tool to Support Sustainable Agriculture in Poland," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 17(11), pages 1-28, June.
  • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:17:y:2025:i:11:p:5067-:d:1669759
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