Lithuanian fruit and vegetable producers to receive agricultural support

Lithuanian fruit and vegetable producers have an opportunity to secure financial assistance to strengthen their market positions. Throughout September, applications will be accepted under the sectoral intervention measure ‘Support to producer organizations in the fruit and vegetable sector’, part of the Lithuanian Agriculture and Rural Development Strategic Plan 2023–2027.

This support, provided by the European Union and the state, is aimed at helping farmers modernize farms, increase bargaining power in the food supply chain, and improve climate change resilience. Funding is distributed as non-repayable subsidies through the National Paying Agency.

To qualify, applicants must be officially recognized producer organizations, such as cooperatives, associations, or agricultural companies with at least five members and an annual turnover of at least 300,000 euros. The support is intended to implement 3–7 year action programs covering investments in production facilities, equipment, marketing, and quality control systems. Funding intensity can reach 50–60% of eligible costs, with certain activities reaching up to 80–100%.