Peste 71 milioane de euro sunt disponibile pentru reducerea efectelor dezastrelor naturale și asigurarea producției agricole
Source: Financiarul.ro.
New Investment Project Opportunities Announced by Rural Investment Agency
The Rural Investment Financing Agency has unveiled several new sessions for submitting investment project proposals, funded through the National Rural Development Program 2014 – 2020 (PNDR 2020). From April 1 to June 30, 2019, stakeholders can submit projects aimed at preventive measures designed to mitigate the impacts of natural disasters, adverse climatic conditions, and potential catastrophic events under sub-measure 5.1.
Financial Allocation for Public Beneficiaries
The financial resources allocated for public beneficiaries under this sub-measure amount to €7,360,000, which includes: €2,500,000 for disinfection installations, €3,860,000 for utility vehicles and laboratory equipment, and €1,000,000 for refrigeration units. Additionally, private beneficiaries have access to funds totaling €7,415,003.
Support for Agricultural Land Restoration
During the same period, from April 1 to June 30, 2019, applications for funding aimed at restoring agricultural land and production potential affected by natural disasters and adverse environmental conditions will also be accepted under sub-measure 5.2. The budget available for these investments is €13,677,431.
Insurance Premiums for Farmers
Starting April 1, 2019, the first session for submitting funding applications under sub-measure 17.1, which covers insurance premiums for crops, livestock, and plants, will be launched. The deadline for submitting applications is November 30, 2019. The available funds for farmers amount to €42,797,487.
Focus on Spring Crop Insurance
This session specifically targets those seeking financial assistance for insuring spring crops, with plans to open another session later in the year for autumn crop insurance under the same sub-measure.
Preparedness for Natural Disasters
„Natural disasters can strike at any time, and we must be effectively prepared to handle such situations. We emphasize essential preventive measures as well as strategies to reduce disaster risks. It is crucial for local public authorities to develop strategies that mitigate the risks posed by natural phenomena and enhance their management capabilities. For the first time, we are introducing a series of complementary measures to investment initiatives aimed at reducing the impacts of natural disasters and climate catastrophes, whether through prevention or the restoration of agricultural land affected by adverse environmental conditions. Additionally, we are launching a funding line that allows farmers to secure financial support for both their crops and livestock. The total European funds available for all these types of support through PNDR 2020 exceed €71 million,” stated Adrian Chesnoiu, General Director of AFIR.
Application Process
Funding applications can be submitted online via the Agency’s website, www.afir.info, until the deadline specified in the launch announcement or until the available funds are exhausted. For assistance in preparing the necessary documentation for obtaining funding, applicants can access the Applicant’s Guide, which is available for free on the AFIR portal in the section dedicated to PNDR Investments for each specific sub-measure.
