Applications are open until the 30 June 2026, applications for the type:

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

Geographical Area Covered: Municipalities of Azambuja, Cartaxo, Rio Maior and Santarém

Appropriation €500 million

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 – 55%

Selection Criteria:

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

  • Promotion of agricultural production, circular economy and bioeconomy

  • Technological modernisation of productive activity

  • Maturity and operational viability

• 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

• Job creation

• Investments aimed at obtaining quality certifications

• Investments that use or add value to by-products or waste in the production process

Relevant Activities:

• Processing, packaging, preservation and activities of the circular economy and bioeconomy, in the production chains of:

  • Viticulture

  • Olive growing

  • Cereals

  • Rice

  • Horticulture

  • Fruit growing

  • Nuts

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