Investment support for increased competitiveness
Support for investments in agricultural, horticultural or reindeer husbandry companies to strengthen competitiveness, such as building animal stables, greenhouses, energy forest, drainage or covers on manure pits.
Maximum amount varies between SEK 2,400,000 and SEK 4,700,000 depending on region and investment type
30-80 percent depending on age, region and investment type
No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.
About the grant
To strengthen competitiveness, you can receive support for investments you make in your agricultural, horticultural or reindeer husbandry company. This can include building animal stables or greenhouses, establishing energy forest, drainage or putting a cover on a manure pit.
Requirements
- Companies in agriculture, horticulture (including aquaponics) or reindeer husbandry
- Investments in land and buildings used in agricultural operations
- No support for horse breeding and rearing
- Expenses at least SEK 200,000 (SEK 100,000 for drainage, energy forest and reindeer husbandry)
- Investments with possible heating must be made with renewable energy
- Keep the investment for at least 5 years after final payment
- Follow information requirements and use EU logo for EU financing
- Report expenses and financing correctly
- Procurement obligations may apply
- Applications are scored and must reach minimum points
- Power of attorney may be required when applying
- Invoices and payment proofs must meet requirements
- No support for replacement investments, leasing, own materials or own work
- No support for new, reconstruction and extension of private residences or machine halls
What types of project are suitable?
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