Applications are open until the July 24, 2026, applications for the type:

D.1.1.1.2 – Small Investments in the Bioeconomy and Circular Economy

Geographical Area Covered: Municipalities of Arganil, Góis, Oliveira do Hospital and Tábua

Nature of Beneficiaries: Natural or legal persons engaged in the processing of agricultural products, the bioeconomy and the circular economy, as defined in points (e), (k) and (ee) of Article 5 of the Order No. 247/2025/1, of 30 May

Investment: Greater than 10,000 euros and less than 250,000 euros

Support FeesThe grants are awarded in the form of a non-repayable subsidy, according to the following levels and limits:

• More than 10,000 euros and 250,000 euros or less – 50%

• Investments that contribute to improving environmental performance – 60%

Selection Criteria:

• Contribution to the goals of the LDS (Local Development Strategy):

  • Valuing endogenous resources

  • Investment size

  • Traditional quality products

  • Financial autonomy

• Investments in renewable energies

• Internal Rate of Return equal to or greater than the European Central Bank’s refinancing rate (REFI) by at least 1.5%, as at the date of publication of the notice

• Investments aimed at obtaining quality certifications

• Creation of new jobs

• Investments that utilise or add value to the by-products or waste of the production process

• Statute for Young Rural Entrepreneurs

Relevant Activity CAE – Valorisation of Endogenous Resources:

• 10130 – Production of meat products

• 10392 – Drying and dehydration of fruit and vegetables

• 10393 – Manufacture of sweets, jams, jellies and marmalade

• 10412 – Olive oil production

• 10510 – Manufacture of dairy products

• 11021 – Production of still and fortified wines

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