Funding for Cooperation in Agriculture, Forestry, and Food Industry
The Free State of Thuringia, in cooperation with the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD), offers a grant to promote cooperation in the agriculture, forestry, and food sectors. The program supports joint projects between companies and scientific partners to drive innovation and establish sustainable practices in rural areas.
Who is Funded?
This funding guideline is aimed at cooperations and operational groups in Thuringia active in agriculture, forestry, and the food industry. The program aims to strengthen cooperation between various stakeholders and achieve specific goals in rural areas.
What is Funded?
The funding covers a variety of projects in agriculture, forestry, and the food industry, aiming to strengthen cooperation, develop innovative solutions, and establish sustainable practices. This also includes investments and personnel expenses, although certain cost categories are excluded from funding.
Type and Scope of Funding
Funding is provided as a non-repayable grant within the framework of project and co-financing, with the funding amount and duration varying depending on the type of project. There are specific funding rates for different cost categories and company sizes.
Conditions and Requirements
To receive funding, applicants must meet certain legal, administrative, and operational conditions. These include specific requirements for the cooperation agreement, adherence to aid rules, budget specifications, and publicity obligations.
Application Procedure
The application procedure involves several steps with specific deadlines and responsibilities. Project selection is based on a competitive process, considering defined selection criteria.
Legal Basis
The funding is based on a specific guideline from the Thuringian Ministry for Infrastructure and Agriculture, underpinned by numerous EU regulations and national budget laws. These legal bases ensure the legitimacy and framework conditions of the funding program.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
Up to 80% of eligible expenses; max. €300,000 for investments
Open Until:
31.12.2025
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
Thuringia (Germany)
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Renewable Energy, Environmental and Climate Protection, Service Sector, Tourism, Social Enterprises, Research and Development
Beneficiaries:
Agriculture, Forestry, and Food Industry
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Feasibility Study, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Planning, Implementation, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Thuringian Ministry for Infrastructure and Agriculture (TMIL), European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD)
Managed By:
Thuringian Aufbau Bank (TAB), Thuringian State Office for Agriculture and Rural Areas (TLLLR)
Additional Partners:
German Rural Network Unit (DVS) within the Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE)
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