LEADER/EAFRD: funding a local food resilience project
The scheme targets pilot actions and initiatives that strengthen local farming and food supply chains: access to land and new farmer installation, sustainable farming practices, marketing and processing of local products, short supply chains and access to healthy food. Beneficiaries may be public or private, excluding in particular individuals and property holding companies (SCI). The catalogue indicates possible funding until 31 December 2027, but rates, minimum and maximum amounts and application dates depend on the LEADER action sheet and the local budget available.
Are you developing a short supply chain, a local sourcing solution for school and public catering, a farm incubator or a project improving access to healthy food? The LEADER/EAFRD scheme dedicated to the area’s food resilience can help fund public or private initiatives that fit the local strategy of the territorial food programme. The key is to show the project’s value for the area and its fit with the local action group’s priorities, rather than presenting an isolated cost unrelated to the local food strategy.
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Who can apply
The catalogue targets public and private beneficiaries in the area covered by the local programme. Property holding companies (SCI) and individuals are listed as not eligible. For a company, association, local authority or local development body, eligibility also depends on the area of intervention, the action sheet used and the contribution to the territorial food programme’s objectives.
Eligibility conditions
The project must contribute to local food resilience and fall within the LEADER programme run by the Pays de Val de Loire. Self-build costs, in-kind contributions and office supplies are listed as excluded. The timetable, co-financing rules, caps and VAT eligibility must be confirmed with the LAG before placing any order.
What the scheme covers
Possible actions according to the catalogue: farm incubators and studies making access to land easier; installation of new players; sustainable farming practices; changes to marketing systems; helping processors and distributors to source locally; short supply chains; actions making healthy, balanced food more accessible. Self-build costs, in-kind contributions and office supplies are not accepted.
Amount and funding terms
No single rate or cap can be applied to all projects on the basis of the general scheme sheet alone. The amount available depends on the local action sheet, EAFRD rules, the type of applicant, the budget and public or private co-financing. The financing plan must be discussed with the Local Action Group (LAG) before committing costs.
How to apply
1. Check that the project location belongs to the relevant LAG’s area. 2. Submit a project note describing the local need, beneficiaries, expected results, timetable and budget. 3. Contact the Pays de Val de Loire LEADER team to identify the action sheet and required co-financing. 4. Have the eligibility of costs and the financing plan validated before committing. 5. Submit the complete application according to the local timetable and keep proof of completion and payment.
Timeline
The catalogue mentions funding until 31 December 2027, but this date guarantees neither available budget nor permanently open applications. The applicable deadline must be confirmed with the LAG; preparing the application and finding co-financing may take several months.
Key facts
- Funder
- Union européenne
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Open
- Maximum amount
- €50,000
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- Funding rate
- 80%
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- Closes
- 31 December 2027
- Geographic scope
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
Is there a single aid rate?
No. The rate and caps depend on the local action sheet and the financing plan.
Can a private project be supported?
Yes, the catalogue targets public and private beneficiaries, subject to the area and the LAG’s criteria.
Which costs are excluded?
The catalogue excludes in particular self-build costs, in-kind contributions and office supplies.
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