SHARING OPTIONS: Of the 13 responses to the survey, six groups agreed with 100% convergence, while six favoured a lower rate of 75%. \ Ramona Farrelly There were divergent views on convergence in a survey of Ireland’s CAP consultation committee, with a 50:50 split for and against full flattening. The CAP Post-2020 Consultative Committee is overseeing the development of Ireland’s strategic plan as part of the next CAP, which is due to begin in January 2023. The views of stakeholders was sought on a number of direct payment issues, including convergence, capping, genuine farmer definition, front-loading and a small farmer scheme. Convergence Of the 13 responses to the survey, six groups agreed with 100% convergence, while six favoured a lower rate of 75%.