For plant genetic resources under threat of genetic erosion, evidence of genetic erosion based upon scientific results and indicators for the occurrence of landraces/primitive (local) varieties, their population diversity and the prevailing agricultural practices at local level Not Applicable For conservation of genetic resources in agriculture: types of beneficiaries, of operations and details on eligible costs The increased rate of payment for Beneficiaries: Farmers participating in agri-environment measure
The list of local breeds in danger of being lost to farming and the number of breeding females concerned. That number must be certified by a duly recognised technical body – or breeders’ organisation/association – which must register and keep up to date the herd or flock books for the breed. The body concerned must possess the necessary skills and knowledge to identify animals of the breeds in danger.
Agri-Environment commitments under the REPS Scheme undertaken under Council Regulation (EC) No. 1257/1999 in respect of the 2000-2006 Programming period involving payments to be made after 31 December 2006, as well as expenditure related to on-going commitments in respect of participants transforming to new commitments under REPS 4, shall be funded under the new Programme. The likely level of take up of transformation to REPS 4 is reflected in the estimated ongoing commitment of €890 million.