Funding Guideline Agriculture, Investment, Business Start-up – FRL LIE/2023

The funding guideline Agriculture, Investment, Business Start-up – FRL LIE/2023 of the Saxon State Ministry for Energy, Climate Protection, Environment and Agriculture offers companies and start-ups in Saxony a continuous grant opportunity. The aim of the guideline is the modernization and efficiency enhancement of agricultural enterprises, including horticulture and viticulture. Investment measures such as the acquisition of machinery and technical equipment, structural measures, or building investments are supported. This helps to secure the long-term development of the business and improve competitiveness in regional and supra-regional markets. Compliance with environmental legal requirements and the sustainability of the planned measures are taken into account in the evaluation.

Participating enterprises must prove their location in Saxony and carry out their activities in the field of agriculture, horticulture, or viticulture. In addition to a detailed investment and financing plan, a business description as well as proof of ownership or lease agreement and required environmental permits must be submitted. An expert review particularly considers the economic viability of the investment, environmental compatibility, and the potential for further development of the enterprise. Since applications can be submitted continuously, the funding guideline enables timely planning and implementation of modernization projects. Thus, farmers and horticultural and viticultural enterprises receive tailored support to align their production processes with future requirements and to sustainably strengthen rural areas in Saxony.