New Rural Investment Scheme Opens for Young Farmers and Former Beneficiaries
A funding program under DR-12 is now accepting applications from young farmers and past PNDR sub-measure recipients, with online submissions open until early December.
The Romanian rural investment agency has launched the DR-12 funding line to aid farm consolidation and modernization in both crop and livestock sectors. Eligibility is limited to farmers who are no older than 40 when they submit their request, while former beneficiaries of PNDR sub-measure 6.1 may apply regardless of age. Applications are to be filed online via the Agency for Rural Investment Financing (AFIR) between early October and early December.
The programme offers a high proportion of cost coverage, especially for farmers up to 45 years old, with a lower but still significant share for other eligible groups. Adrian Chesnoiu, the agency’s director, emphasized the goal of renewing rural generations and fostering competitive, sustainable agriculture. The support aims to create jobs and strengthen rural communities through modernized farming operations.
Why it matters
The scheme provides crucial capital for young and experienced farmers to modernize agriculture and sustain rural economies.
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