Other Funding from the State of Lower Austria in the Field of Agriculture
Other funding from the State of Lower Austria in the field of agriculture. Funding for agricultural projects based on the General Guideline. Applications can be submitted continuously.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Promotion of agricultural projects in alignment with the objectives of the State of Lower Austria and safeguarding the common good, as well as improving the economic and social conditions of the citizens.
Eligible to apply
- Individuals
- Companies
- Non-profit Organizations
- Cooperatives
- Interest Groups and Other Associations
- Foundations
- Public Institutions
- Founders
Funding requirements
- Projects in accordance with the designation of the expenditure item and available financial resources
- Economy, efficiency, and effectiveness
- In the public interest
- Contribution to the improvement of intellectual, cultural, health, social, or economic conditions
- Contribution to the common good of Lower Austria or to enhancing the reputation of Lower Austria
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Documents required for application
- Information about the applicant
- Description of the project
- Objectives and expected impacts
- Proof of official approvals
- Cost calculation or cost estimates
- Overall cost breakdown including in-kind contributions
- Financing plan
- Schedule
- Proof of legal status and power of representation (for legal entities)
- Annual financial statement or proof of assets for funding amounts over €10,000
Evaluation criteria
- Public interest
- Economic efficiency and appropriateness
- Contribution to the common good
- Sustainability aspects
Description
The "Other Funding from the State of Lower Austria in the Field of Agriculture" supports agricultural and forestry projects by private individuals, companies, cooperatives, non-profit organizations, interest groups, and public institutions in Lower Austria. As direct grants, they provide a continuously available source of financing for projects that serve the public interest and contribute to improving the economic, social, and cultural conditions of the state's citizens. Projects that align with the objectives of the State of Lower Austria—such as climate protection, sustainability, and promotion of the common good—and ensure economic efficiency, appropriateness, and frugality in the use of funds are eligible for funding. Applications can be submitted at any time and are based on the General Guidelines for Funding of the State of Lower Austria.
For an application, detailed documentation must be submitted, including a description of the project with objectives and expected impacts, proof of official approvals, cost calculations, as well as a financing and timeline plan. Legal entities must additionally provide evidence of legal existence and authorization to represent; for funding amounts exceeding €10,000, an audited annual financial statement or proof of assets must be attached. Evaluation is based on the criteria of public interest, economic efficiency, contribution to the common good, and sustainability aspects. Approval requires compliance with gender mainstreaming, anti-discrimination, climate protection, and sustainable orientation. Processing and disbursement are guided by the available financial resources of the state and the requirements of the responsible departments of the Lower Austrian state government.
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