Professional Information and Continuing Education Measures in Agriculture

This funding program is aimed at public and private organizations in agriculture and horticulture that offer professional information and continuing education measures in North Rhine-Westphalia. The funding aims to maintain, expand, and adapt the professional knowledge and skills of participants to current developments.

The program funds professional information events and courses in agriculture and horticulture. The content covers a wide range, from farm management and sustainable production methods to EU-relevant topics and innovative approaches. Certain cost categories are eligible for funding, while others are excluded.

Funding is provided as a grant in the form of co-financing. The amount of the grant varies between 60 and 80 percent of the eligible expenses, depending on the type and duration of the measure. There is a de minimis threshold of EUR 1,000 for the grant amount.

In addition to the specific funding rates and durations, there are further important conditions for applying for and implementing the measures. This includes the requirement for approval as a measure provider, minimum participant numbers, and special regulations regarding EU aid and budget composition.

The application procedure is divided into two main steps: approval as a measure provider and the actual funding application for the measures. Approval is granted by the Chamber of Agriculture North Rhine-Westphalia, with applications prioritized according to selection criteria.

The funding is based on specific guidelines of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia and is legitimized and regulated by several relevant laws and regulations at state and EU level.