European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) (2021–2027)
The European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) promotes innovative projects for the sustainable use of maritime resources in the EU. It supports fisheries, aquaculture, and the blue economy with the aim of ensuring food security and protecting aquatic biological resources. Grants are available at both federal and state levels in Germany, as well as directly from the EU Commission.
Who is funded?
The European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) targets a wide range of actors in the fisheries, aquaculture, and blue economy sectors. Funding extends across all EU Member States, with specific implementation in Germany at federal and state levels, aiming to promote the sustainable development of these sectors.
What is funded?
The EMFAF supports a wide range of projects and activities in the fields of fisheries, aquaculture, and the maritime economy. This includes measures for sustainability, resource conservation, modernization, and development. However, certain projects and expenditures are excluded from funding to ensure the objectives of sustainability and capacity adjustment.
Type and Scope of Funding
The EMFAF provides significant financial resources for the sustainable development of the fisheries and aquaculture sectors and the blue economy. Funding is primarily provided through grants, with specific co-financing rates and maximum aid intensities that define the framework for financial support.
Conditions and Requirements
The granting of EMFAF funds is subject to specific conditions to ensure compliance with EU regulations and effective use of funds. These include rules on eligibility, state aid, and the obligation to refrain from certain behaviors that could affect eligibility.
Application Procedure
The application procedure for EMFAF funds varies depending on the funding measure and the level of fund management. A large part of the funding is managed through operational programs of the Member States, while certain parts are directly managed by the European Commission.
Legal Basis
The European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) is legally anchored by specific EU regulations and directives that define its framework, priorities, and rules for fund allocation. These documents form the binding basis for all supported measures.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
6,108,000,000 EUR
Allocated Budget:
6,108,000,000 EUR
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Shared Management Subsidies
Region:
European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden), Outermost Regions, Germany (Bavaria, Berlin, Brandenburg, Bremen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Saxony, Schleswig-Holstein, Thuringia)
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Service Sector
Beneficiaries:
Fisheries & Aquaculture
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Feasibility Study, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Planning, Policy Development, Implementation, Infrastructure, Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Monitoring, Evaluation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE), Thünen Institute, Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL)