Applications are open until the 28th August 2026, applications for the type:

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

Geographical Area Covered: Municipalities of Caminha, Melgaço, Monção, Paredes de Coura, Valença and Vila Nova de Cerveira

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 – 50%

Selection Criteria:

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

  • Enhancement of strategic products from the Minho Valley

  • Maturity and operational viability

  • Local businesses

  • Investment size

• Investments in renewable energies

• To be a Recognised Producer Organisation, Recognised Multi-Product Producer Group or Accredited Agricultural Cooperative

• 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

• Job creation

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

Minho Valley Strategic Products:

• Vinho Verde – Alvarinho grape variety

• Cachena, Minhota and Barrosã cattle breeds

• Sheep of the Bordaleira do Entre-Douro-e-Minho and Churra do Minho breeds

• Goats of the Bravia and Serrana breeds

• Bísaro pigs

• Poultry – Yellow Hen, White Hen, Portuguese Pedrês Hen and Lusitania Black Hen

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