Scottish Government

ISBN 0 7559 4968 4
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Contents

Foreword
PART 1: Purpose
Introduction
European Commission Proposals for Rural Development
PART 2: Strategic Priorities for Rural Scotland
Themes for the Strategy
Theme 1 Underpinning performance and quality in the agriculture, food processing and forestry sectors
Theme 2 Enhancing rural landscapes and the natural heritage
Theme 3 Promoting a more diverse rural economy and thriving rural communities
The LEADER approach in the new Programme
PART 3: Implementation issues
Questions for consultation
Annex A: Structure for the Strategic Plan
Annex B: Rural Development Measures under the Rural Development Regulation (1698/2005)