Funding a sustainable food project with LEADER
The scheme aims to support sustainable food projects at local level. Depending on the LAG’s framework, projects may involve structuring short supply chains, promoting local production, cooperation between food players or raising residents’ awareness. The catalogue indicates programming until 31 December 2027; this does not guarantee that a call is open at that date.
Are you developing a project that brings producers, shops, school and public catering and residents together around more sustainable food? This LEADER action targets initiatives that improve access to local, quality products and strengthen links between production and consumption. The area, costs and funding arrangements must be confirmed with the LAG before any commitment.
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Who can apply
The catalogue mentions private-law legal entities, public bodies, associations and natural persons. The exact list of eligible beneficiaries must be confirmed in the official action sheet for the area concerned.
Eligibility conditions
The project must meet the local food strategy and be located within the relevant LAG’s area. Check the selection criteria, eligible costs, required public co-financing and the rule on not starting before applying. The relevant LAG is not named in the catalogue, so prior confirmation is essential.
What the scheme covers
Examples of projects to examine with the LAG: organising short supply chains between producers and buyers, local logistics, local sourcing for school and public catering, cooperation between players in a supply chain, awareness-raising on sustainable food or preparatory studies for a Territorial Food Project. These examples do not confirm eligibility: only the costs provided for by the applicable action sheet will be accepted.
Amount and funding terms
No reliable amount is given. Ask the LAG for the aid rate, minimum and maximum amounts, EAFRD co-financing rules and accepted costs before building the financing plan.
How to apply
1. Identify the LAG and the exact action sheet. 2. Present the local need, final beneficiaries and partners. 3. Have the costs and financing plan validated in writing. 4. Apply according to the LAG’s procedure before signing quotes or orders. 5. Keep proof of spending and completion.
Timeline
The catalogue announces programming until 31 December 2027, but the application deadline and availability of funds are not confirmed. Contact the LAG before starting the project.
Key facts
- Funder
- Union européenne
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Open
- Funding rate
- 80%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Closes
- 31 December 2027
- Geographic scope
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
Can a short supply chain project be eligible?
It fits the sustainable food objective, but the LAG must confirm the applicable action sheet and the accepted costs.
Can I start spending before applying?
Do not start before receiving the LAG’s written rules on the eligibility date of costs.
Is funding automatically available until 2027?
No. A 2023-2027 programming period guarantees neither available funds nor applications open at all times.
Official source
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