Young farmers

A young entrepreneur used RDP support to build a state-of-the-art greenhouse for growing cherry tomatoes, using an innovative hydroponic system.

A young female farmer used RDP support to install a cow herd management system which improved the economic and animal welfare performance of the farm.

An EIP Operational Group was set up to strengthen the food chain and create short distribution channels for small and medium farms in the Madrid region.

A young farmer received RDP support to build stone wall terraces, helping him to improve the farm’s productivity, while protecting its soil from erosion.

EAFRD support enabled a young person to start his own commercially-oriented farm, thus contributing to the generational renewal of the sector.

A female entrepreneur used Rural Development Programme (RDP) support for young farmers to grow her business of producing herbs and container ornamental plants.

A Maltese young farmer took over his father’s sheep farm in order to preserve local traditions, whilst incorporating new and innovative ideas in the production and marketing process. 

A young farmer used RDP support to expand and diversify the range of products and services offered by her beekeeping holding.

An ambitious entrepreneur used business start-up aid for young farmers in order to modernise his farm and create a series of innovative products.  

A dairy farm combined three RDP supported operations to increase and modernise milk production and secure one full-time job.