DAFM funding call for projects to optimise short food supply chains
Deadline for proposals: 11 October 2024
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has announced an open call for stakeholder projects designed to further stimulate the development of short food supply chains.
Successful applicants have the opportunity to secure project funding up to €150,000 for different initiatives across five different themes, including:
- developing premium markets closer to home;
- encouraging collaboration among stakeholders;
- supporting small food producers;
- encouraging farmers markets; and
- the development of community gardens.
Applications should be made to the Organic Policy Unit at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Johnstown Castle, Co. Wexford by email: organicpolicy@agriculture.gov.ie or post by the 11 October 2024. Further details about how to apply, including the Specifications and Terms and Conditions and Application Form are available here.