Funding for Aquaculture, Inland Fisheries, and Fish Industry
With the support of the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF), the State of Thuringia offers grants to strengthen the fisheries sector. Funding is provided for measures in aquaculture, inland fisheries, and the fish industry to improve productivity, environmental performance, and product processing. The program aims to promote ecologically sustainable, competitive, and knowledge-based practices.
Who is Funded
This section explains the eligible entities and the geographical scope of the funding program, focusing on strengthening the fisheries sector in Thuringia. It targets companies and legal entities active in aquaculture, inland fisheries, and fish processing, with the clear objective of promoting sustainable and competitive practices in the region.
What is Funded
This section describes the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, from productive investments in aquaculture and fish processing to environmental measures in pond farming and the protection of aquatic biodiversity. Both eligible and excluded costs are detailed to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the program's scope.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section describes the financial structure of the funding program, which primarily provides non-repayable grants. It sets the funding rates, which can be up to 50% of eligible expenses for most projects, and specifies annual fixed amounts per hectare for measures in pond farming and environmental services. Higher funding rates are foreseen for public institutions under certain circumstances.
Conditions and Requirements
This section describes the essential criteria and specific obligations for applicants and beneficiaries, ensuring that projects align with program objectives and legal frameworks. It covers general application rules, compliance with aid regulations, and special conditions for various project and operational types.
Application Procedure
This section guides potential applicants through the process of applying for funding, from preparing and submitting required documents to understanding evaluation and approval mechanisms. It provides details on where to obtain forms, application deadlines, and decision-making by the competent authority.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the fundamental legal and regulatory framework of the funding program, emphasizing its embedment in both European Union law and Thuringian state law. It lists the crucial regulations and guidelines that shape the implementation and administration of the program in the context of the Common Fisheries Policy.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
up to 50 percent of eligible expenses; for pond farming and environmental services between 186.00 € and 444.00 € per hectare; up to 100 percent for public institutions for the protection and development of aquatic fauna and flora
Open Until:
31.12.2023
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Thuringia (Germany)
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Environmental and Climate Protection
Beneficiaries:
Aquaculture, Inland Fisheries, Fish Industry
Application Type:
Single Applicant
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Infrastructure, Process Optimization, Product Development, Market Introduction, Implementation, Experimental Development, Monitoring, Evaluation, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Free State of Thuringia, European Maritime and Fisheries Fund
Managed By:
Thuringian Forest Office Frauenwald, Thuringian Ministry for Infrastructure and Agriculture (TMIL)
Additional Partners:
Competent Nature Conservation Authority, Fisheries Advisory Service, European Commission
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