The Ministry has proposed allocating an additional sum of up to 58.65 million euros to enhance basic income support, aiming to improve long-term sustainability within the agricultural sector. This funding mechanism would lead to an increase in the basic payment rate for farmers, raising the amount from the current planned 81.1 euros per hectare to approximately 101.7 euros per hectare. In a recent report, Agriculture Minister Kęstutis Mažeika highlighted the significant challenges currently facing the farming community.
He cited high operational costs, specifically mentioning expensive fertilizers and fuel, compounded by the recent impact of natural disasters, including severe storms and heavy rainfall, which have negatively affected expected harvests. Beyond direct income support, the proposal also suggests broadening financial assistance for investments designed to shield farms from adverse climatic events. The list of eligible investments for support is expected to expand, encompassing protective measures such as garden tunnels, specialized fans, and hot air heaters, all intended to guard against temperature fluctuations like frost.
The overall objective of these measures is to bolster the resilience of the agricultural sector. By increasing baseline payments and providing targeted capital for climate mitigation technology, the Ministry seeks to stabilize the economic footing of farmers amid challenging environmental and cost pressures.
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