Funding for Non-Productive Investments in Contractual Nature Conservation

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Who is Funded

This funding program targets agricultural holdings and winegrowers in Rhineland-Palatinate who are already contract partners in the EULLa contractual nature conservation program components. The goal is to improve the ecological performance of these farms through specific non-productive investments to achieve agri-environmental and climate objectives.

What is Funded

The program supports non-productive investments within the framework of EULLa contractual nature conservation. These investments must not lead to a significant increase in the value or profitability of the farm. The funding focuses on specific nature conservation-promoting measures.

Type and Scope of Funding

The funding is provided as a one-time grant in the form of a fixed-rate financing. The amount of the grant is fixed for each specific investment and can cover up to 100% of the determined costs. The funded measures must be maintained and cared for over a period of at least five years.

Conditions and Requirements

To utilize the funding, specific conditions regarding the application process, land management, and compliance with regulations must be observed. Provisions for transparency and the avoidance of double funding apply.

Application Procedure

The application for this funding must be submitted to the competent district administration in Rhineland-Palatinate before the start of the planned measure. The decision on approval is made at the discretion of the authority and within the framework of available budgetary resources.

Legal Basis

This funding program is based on a specific administrative regulation of the Ministry for Environment, Energy, Food and Forests Rhineland-Palatinate, which was extended by later administrative regulations. It is also subject to relevant EU regulations and national budgetary provisions governing aid in the agricultural and forestry sectors.