National Rural Development Strategy for 2007–2013.

The document primarily focuses on National Rural Development Strategy 2007-2013, operating within the broader policy framework of the European Union's rural development and environmental directives. It aims to enhance the competitiveness of agriculture, food, and forestry sectors, support environmental and landscape preservation, and diversify rural economic activities to improve quality of life.
The Strategy aligns with EU principles such as sustainable development, environmental protection, and rural cohesion, emphasizing compliance with legal frameworks like the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), Natura 2000 network, and directives on water quality, biodiversity, and climate change.
Key measures include support for farm restructuring, modernization, and innovation; promotion of organic farming and environmentally friendly land management; development of rural infrastructure, including broadband connectivity; and fostering local initiatives through the LEADER approach.
The Strategy details specific actions such as early retirement schemes, support for young farmers, land consolidation, and environmental payments, with explicit references to the legal basis for funding and implementation, including the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) and other EU structural instruments.
It also underscores the importance of institutional coordination, stakeholder involvement, and compliance mechanisms, with responsibilities assigned to the Ministry of Agriculture, local action groups, and the Lithuanian Rural Network. Implementation is structured through a series of operational axes, each with defined priorities, supported by institutional arrangements like the Monitoring Committee and the Lithuanian Rural Network. The Strategy specifies timelines, resource allocations, and procedural guidelines for project approval, monitoring, and evaluation, emphasizing the integration of EU funds, national policies, and stakeholder participation to achieve the strategic objectives within the stipulated period.