Grants to Agricultural Enterprises – Support for Investments in Diversification (FRL-FID)
Grants for agricultural enterprises in Saarland for diversification through investments in new income sources such as machinery, buildings, and consulting. Applications possible annually until January 31.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
The program supports agricultural enterprises in Saarland in investments to create additional sources of income outside of primary agriculture, in order to preserve the economic strength of rural areas and increase competitiveness.
Eligible expenses
- Construction, acquisition, or modernization of real estate
- Purchase of new machinery and equipment including computer software
- Architectural and engineering services
- Consulting and construction project supervision
- Feasibility studies
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Non-eligible expenses
- Investments in the production of Annex I products
- ongoing operating expenses
- repayment of liabilities
- compensation payments for inheritance
- loan procurement costs
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Eligible to apply
- Companies
Funding requirements
- EU SME definition
- at least 25% of turnover from soil cultivation or land-based animal husbandry
- minimum size according to the Agricultural Old-Age Security Act
- submission of an investment concept
- compliance with the prosperity limit (max. €110,000 for singles or €140,000 for married couples)
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Documents required for application
- Investment concept
- Financing plan
- Proof of prosperity limit (tax assessments of the last 3 years)
- Cost estimates
- Proof of special requirements (EAFRD compliance)
- Building and other permits
Evaluation criteria
- Point system (Annex 2)
- Participation in agri-environmental measures
- Subject-specific further training
- Proof of income alternatives
- Regional value creation
Description
FRL-FID: Diversification of Agricultural Enterprises in Saarland
The funding program supports agricultural enterprises in Saarland with investments aimed at developing new income sources beyond primary production. Eligible applicants are SMEs generating at least 25% of their revenue from crop cultivation or land-based animal husbandry. Funding is provided, among other things, for the construction, acquisition, or modernization of fixed assets, the purchase of new machinery and equipment (including computer software), as well as architectural and engineering services. Additionally, consulting and support services, feasibility studies, and the acquisition of patent rights or licenses are eligible for funding. The grant amount is 25% of the eligible expenses. Applications can be submitted annually by January 31 until December 31, 2027, to the Ministry for Environment, Climate, Mobility, Agriculture and Consumer Protection (MUKMAV). The program aims to strengthen economic performance in rural areas and increase the competitiveness of agricultural enterprises through a second source of income.
Requirements and Conditions
An investment concept with a financing plan, proof of the prosperity limit (max. €110,000 for individual enterprises, €140,000 for married couples), and evidence of ELER compliance must be submitted. Cumulation with other public funds is possible in compliance with the de minimis regulation. Investments in Annex I production branches, ongoing operating expenses, debt repayments, severance payments, loan procurement costs, legal advisory fees, value-added tax, non-cash own contributions, and EEG-supported renewable energy systems are not eligible for funding. Selection is based on a points system considering factors such as regional value creation, participation in agri-environmental measures, and professional training. Through this funding, MUKMAV contributes to the long-term safeguarding of jobs and the sustainable development of rural areas in Saarland.