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Lithuanian agricultural financial support measures

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The Lithuanian government and the European Union are implementing various financial assistance measures to support the agricultural sector. One initiative involves the Lithuanian government providing nearly 20 million euros to compensate farmers for rising production costs linked to fuel and fertilizer prices. Specifically, the Ministry of Agriculture Minister Kęstutis Mažeika indicated is preparing a ‘zero bureaucracy’ approach, where funds are distributed based on existing ministerial data to small and medium-sized farms. This includes approximately 9.788 €19.576 million euros from the national agricultural reserve, with payments expected support package intended for distribution between October and November. Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevičius noted the goal is to protect farmer competitiveness This aid targets milk producers and stabilize food prices. The average payout is estimated at approximately 3,500 euros, crop farmers, with dairy assistance based on the mechanism considering factors number of milking cows in the Livestock Register, and crop assistance determined by the area of declared crops such as land area cereals, rapeseed, potatoes, and livestock numbers. Separately, fruit sugar beets. Agriculture Minister Kęstutis Mažeika indicated that small and vegetable producers can apply for sectoral intervention support medium-sized farms—specifically those with up to 300 hectares or 300 dairy cows—could potentially receive up to €4,500, though final calculation methods remain subject to change. Separately, under the Lithuanian Agriculture and Rural Development Strategic Plan 2023–2027. Funded by the state 2023–2027, fruit and the EU, these non-repayable subsidies target vegetable producers can apply for sectoral intervention support through recognized producer organizations—such as cooperatives, associations, or agricultural companies—to organizations to assist with modernization, climate resilience, modernization and increased bargaining power. Applications are accepted throughout September for 3–7 year action programs. While intensity rates for certain activities can reach 80–100%, total aid is generally capped at 4.1% of the organization’s sold production value, potentially increasing to 4.6% for specific crisis management cases. climate resilience. Additionally, the Ministry of Agriculture has allocated 1.525 million euros for ‘Consulting Services’ throughout September. This funding is split between the capital region (610,800 EUR) and Central and Western Lithuania (914,200 EUR). The measure covers 100% of eligible costs at a fixed rate of 58 EUR per hour, targeting farmers and forest managers focusing on environmental and climate-beneficial topics. topics, such as soil protection, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity conservation. Individual recipients can receive up to 2,000 EUR (excluding VAT) for a maximum of 34 consultations during the 2023–2027 period.

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