Individual Business Support for Agricultural Enterprises – Investments for Diversification Open
This funding program from the State of Baden-Württemberg supports farmers in creating additional income sources from self-employment in rural areas. It aims to strengthen the economic viability of rural enterprises through investments in diversification measures and is co-financed by the GAK and EAFRD funds.
Who is Funded
This funding program is aimed at small and micro agricultural enterprises in Baden-Württemberg that wish to develop additional income sources in rural areas. It also supports natural persons who establish or develop a self-employed existence in close proximity to an agricultural enterprise.
What is Funded
The program supports investments for diversification and the creation of new income sources, including the construction or modernization of real estate, the purchase of machinery and equipment, and general expenses. Certain investments, such as those for pure agricultural production or in biogas plants, are excluded.
Type and Scope of Funding
Funding is primarily provided as a grant with a funding rate of up to 25 percent of the eligible costs. The minimum investment volume is 20,000 Euros, with the total value of De minimis aid not exceeding 200,000 Euros over three fiscal years. Projects should be completed within three years.
Conditions and Requirements
Various conditions must be met for funding, including proof of economic viability and adherence to income limits (prosperity threshold). The program is subject to the De minimis regulation and requires compliance with commitment periods and the provision of data for evaluation.
Application Process
The funding application must be submitted in writing to the competent Regional Council (Regierungspräsidium) in Baden-Württemberg. After verification of completeness and compliance with the requirements, a selection process takes place on fixed cut-off dates. The granting authority decides on the funding.
Legal Basis
This funding program is based on the administrative regulation for individual business support for agricultural enterprises and is embedded in various EU regulations as well as national laws and regulations that govern its financing and implementation.
Funding Overview
Maximum Amount:
200,000 €
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
Baden-Württemberg (Germany)
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Service Sector, Tourism, Renewable Energy
Beneficiaries:
Agriculture
Funding Stages:
Planning, Feasibility Study, Implementation, Infrastructure, Product Development, Market Introduction
Funding Provider
Program Level: Regional
Funding Body: Ministry for Food, Rural Affairs and Consumer Protection Baden-Württemberg, Joint Task 'Improvement of Agricultural Structure and Coastal Protection (GAK)', European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD)
Managed By: Competent Regional Council in Baden-Württemberg
Additional Partners: Bürgschaftsbank Baden-Württemberg GmbH