The Hungarian government has unveiled a comprehensive plan to enhance the competitiveness of livestock farms and promote domestic livestock farming, with a significant investment of HUF 200B (€509.6M) until 2027. The initiative, led by Minister of Agriculture István Nagy, aims to support the development of livestock farms through two calls for proposals.
The first call, with a budget allocation of HUF 150B (€382.2M), focuses on larger and more complex projects that advance the infrastructure and capabilities of livestock farms. This funding opportunity allows investors to apply for grants ranging from HUF 200M (€509K) to HUF 5B (€12.7M), enabling substantial improvements across the sector.
The second call, with a budget of HUF 50B (€127.4M), targets smaller-scale projects aimed at the renewal and modernization of livestock farms. Here, grants are available for investments up to HUF 200M, enabling smaller farmers to upgrade essential machinery and equipment vital for their operations.
The funding streams will facilitate the construction of new facilities, the acquisition of advanced machinery and equipment, and necessary energy investments. Specific objectives include reducing ammonia emissions, supporting investments in machinery for organic manure application, and enhancing storage infrastructure for crops, fodder, and bedding straw.
Minister Nagy highlighted the multifaceted benefits of these funding streams, emphasizing that they will boost efficiency and sustainability within the livestock sector. The initiative also aims to support the reduction of ammonia emissions and promote investments in renewable energy technologies.
The eligibility criteria for funding include meeting specific requirements related to farm size and turnover. The support mechanism offers a base aid intensity of 50 percent for improvements, with enhanced rates for investments in renewable energy technologies, disease control measures, and initiatives targeting ammonia emissions reduction.
The evaluation process will prioritize projects that demonstrate clear added value, financial viability, and sustainable business practices. Interested parties can begin submitting applications from September 17 for smaller-scale projects and from October 15 for larger, complex projects. Comprehensive details, including application procedures and relevant documentation, are available on the Ministry of Agriculture's dedicated website.
This initiative builds upon the success of the previous cycle of support under the Rural Development Program, which saw 3,489 investment projects supported, totaling approximately HUF 491B. These investments have been instrumental in ensuring Hungary's farmers can consistently deliver high-quality and safe food products to the population, crucially supporting the processing industry's raw material supply chain.
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