Applications are open until the 18 September 2026, applications for the type:
D.1.1.1.2 – Small Investments in the Bioeconomy and Circular Economy
Geographical Area Covered: Municipalities of Fafe (except for the parish of Fafe), Guimarães (consult parishes covered in the call for applications), Póvoa de Lanhoso, Vieira do Minho, Vila Nova de Famalicão (consult parishes covered in the call for applications) and Vizela
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:
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More than 10,000 euros and 250,000 euros or less – 50%
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Investments that contribute to improving environmental performance – 60%
Selection Criteria:
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Contribution to the goals of the LDS (Local Development Strategy):
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Promote youth employment in the intervention area
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Contribute to the impact on the local economy
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Contribute to the upskilling of the business fabric in the territory
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Promote the increase of added value and the growth of the main production chains present in the territory
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Application maturity
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Investments in renewable energies
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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
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Investments aimed at obtaining quality certifications
Relevant Activity CAE – Valorisation of Endogenous Resources:
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10110 – Processing and preservation of meat, except poultry
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10120 – Processing and preservation of poultry meat
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10130 – Production of meat products
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10320 – Manufacture of fruit and vegetable juices
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10391 – Freezing of fruit and vegetables
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10392 – Drying and dehydration of fruit and vegetables
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10393 – Manufacture of sweets, jams, jellies and marmalade
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10394 – Shelling and processing of edible nuts
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10395 – Processing and preserving of fruit and vegetables n.e.c.
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10510 – Manufacture of dairy products
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10611 – Grain milling
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11021 – Production of still and fortified wines
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11022 – Manufacture of sparkling and aerated wines
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