Policy Research
The policy environment governing rural land use and management is complex and dynamic. Cumulus Consultants brings expertise and insight in this area to clients wishing to develop or influence policy or understand its potential implications for future strategy and activities.
We provide analysis and advice on all aspects of agricultural, environmental and rural development policy.
Our specialist services include:
- Policy development
- Policy impact assessment
- Policy evaluation
- Policy research
- Consultation and facilitation.
We have particular experience in CAP reform (e.g. market support, single payment, cross compliance, agri-environment and less favoured area measures) and the assessment of farm-level responses and impacts.
Cumulus Consultants delivers up to date and in depth policy analysis and advice founded on a thorough understanding of UK and European policy, excellent intelligence and on the ground experience.
Recent work we have undertaken includes…
- The Future of Farming and Forestry in the Cotswolds for the Cotswolds Conservation Board, with LUC and RAC
- Impact of the Single Payment Scheme on Woodland Expansion for the Land Use Policy Group
- Taking a Strategic View of Land Use: A Policy Options Paper for the Environment Agency
- Evaluation of the Environmental Impacts of EU Beef and Dairy Regimes for European Commission DG-Agri, with Alliance Environment and IEEP
- Research into the Impact of CAP Reform and Hill Farm Allowance Policy Options on Tenant Incomes for Yorkshire Water Services Ltd
For more information on our project experience please visit our Project Portfolio.
