Auvergne Rhône-Alpes FEADER

Auvergne Rhône-Alpes FEADER is a new EIF initiative targeting the financing needs of farmers and enterprises active in the agricultural, agro-industry, and forestry value chains, which is co-financed by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD).

It specifically seeks to: (i) fostering the setting-up of young farmers and newcomers; (ii) supporting economic competitiveness of farmers and enterprises in the face of a climate change environment, and; (iii) supporting farmers impacted by climate hazards.

Auvergne Rhône-Alpes FEADER makes available a free of charge first loss portfolio guarantee supporting new debt financing to farmers and enterprises active in the agricultural, agro-industry, and forestry value chains.

Who is eligible* to become financial intermediary under Auvergne Rhône-Alpes FEADER?

Eligible applicants are Financial institutions duly authorized, according to applicable legislation, to carry out lending or leasing activities to final recipients established and/or operating in Auvergne Rhône-Alpes.

*for the complete set of eligibility and other criteria, please refer to each call document

The DEADLINE for the Auvergne Rhône-Alpes FEADER Call for Expression of Interest is 01/08/2023

How to apply to Auvergne Rhône-Alpes FEADER?

The documents to be downloaded below contain details of the application process, the required contents of the Expressions of Interest, and the indicative terms and conditions of the financial instrument.

For more information about the eligibility and exclusion criteria please refer to the Call for Expression of Interest below.