Rethymno region announces LEADER funding for private investments

The Local Action Group ‘AKOMM-PSILOREITIS ANAPTYXIAKI AE OTA’ has announced a call for expressions of interest for private sector projects in the Rethymno regional unit. The initiative is part of the LEADER/TAPTOK intervention under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) 2023–2027, co-financed by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) and the Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food.

The program has a public expenditure budget of €701,000. It covers the entire Rethymno regional unit, excluding the urban plan of the Municipality of Rethymno. Eligible applicants include natural and legal persons (existing or newly established), private entities, local public bodies, and local associations.

Supported sectors include: • Processing of agricultural and non-agricultural products (e.g., dairy, olive oil, wine, honey, and essential oils). • Entrepreneurship and services, including crafts and small-scale manufacturing. • Tourism, such as small-scale accommodations, camping, and farm stays. • Green and circular economy investments focusing on energy and water conservation.

Applications must be submitted electronically via the OPSKE platform between October 29, 2026, and January 28, 2027.