G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
22 September  2023 
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Committee on Subsides and  Countervailing Measures  Original:  English  
 
  
SUBSIDIES  
NEW AND FULL NOTIFICATION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE XVI:1  
OF THE GATT  1994 AND ARTICLE  25 OF THE AGREEMENT  
ON SUBSIDIES AND COUNTERVAILING MEASURES  
EUROPEAN UNION 
Addendum  
The following addendum to the notification of the European Union dated and received on 
14 July 2023 relates to the subsidy programmes of Bulgaria . 
 
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  TABLE OF CONTENTS  
1  INNOVATION FUNDING  ................................ ................................ ................................  4 
2  OPERATIONAL PROGRAMME "INNOVATION AND COMPETITIVENESS  2014 -2020"  ....... 5 
3  ASSISTANCE TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND STRUCTURA L ADJUSTMENT  ..............  8 
3.1  Support to Regional Development: Corporate Tax Exemption Scheme  ................................  8 
3.2  Support to Regional Development: Regional Investment Aid scheme  ................................ .. 9 
4  FILM INDUSTRY SUPPORT  ................................ ................................ ..........................  10 
4.1  Bulgarian Film Industry Support  ................................ ................................ ..................  10 
4.2  State Aid Scheme for Film Distribution  ................................ ................................ ..........  11 
4.3  State Aid Scheme for Film Production  ................................ ................................ ...........  12 
5  ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ................................ ................................ ..................  13 
5.1  Support to Environmental Protection  ................................ ................................ ............  13 
5.2  Support for Renewa ble Energy Generation  ................................ ................................ .... 14 
6  EUROPEAN AGRICULTURAL GUARANTEE FUND (EAGF)  ................................ ..............  15 
6.1  Fruit and Vegetables  ................................ ................................ ................................ .. 15 
6.1.1  Producer Organizations  ................................ ................................ ............................  15 
6.1.2  EU School Schemes  ................................ ................................ ................................ . 16 
6.2  Wine ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................  17 
6.2.1  Promotion on Third -Country Markets  ................................ ................................ .........  17 
6.3  Exceptional Adjustment Aid to Producers in the Agricultural Sectors  ................................ .. 18 
6.4  Aid for Private Storage for Pigmeat  ................................ ................................ ..............  19 
6.5  Bee-Keeping  ................................ ................................ ................................ .............  19 
6.6  DIRECT PAYMENTS  ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 20 
6.6.1  Single Area Payment Scheme  ................................ ................................ ...................  20 
6.6.2  Redistributive Payment  ................................ ................................ ............................  21 
6.6.3  Payment for Farmers Observing Agricultural Practices Beneficial for the Climate and the 
Environment  ................................ ................................ ................................ ...................  22 
6.6.4  Payment for Young Farmers  ................................ ................................ .....................  22 
6.6.5  Crop-Specific Payment for Cotton  ................................ ................................ ..............  23 
6.6.6  Voluntary Coupled Support Schemes  ................................ ................................ .........  24 
6.6.7  Scheme for Small Farmers  ................................ ................................ .......................  25 
6.6.8  Transitional National Aid for Tobacco  ................................ ................................ .........  25 
6.6.9  Transitional  National Aid for Bovine Animals  ................................ ...............................  26 
6.6.10   Transitional National Aid for Sheep and Goat  ................................ .............................  27 
7  EUROPEAN AGRICULTURAL FUND FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT (EAFRD)  .....................  27 
8  OTHER SUPPORT TO AGRICULTURE (STATE AID)  ................................ .......................  28 
8.1  Aid to Offset the Cost to Farmers of Implementing Measures under the National Pest 
Management Program for Permanent Crops during the Winte r – SA.43471  ...............................  28 G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  8.2  Aid for Compensation of Costs of Removing and Destroying Dead Animals  – SA.46251  ........  29 
8.3  Aid for the Certification of Farms in th e Fruit and Vegetables Sector under the Standard 
GLOBAL G.A.P.  – SA.52178  ................................ ................................ ...............................  30 
8.4  Aid for Partic ipation in Exhibitions  – SA.47097  ................................ ...............................  31 
8.5  Aid for Compensation of Farmers for Implementing Measures under the National  
Program for the Prevention, Control and Er adication of Animal Diseases and Zoonoses in  
Bulgaria  – SA.42240  ................................ ................................ ................................ ........  31 
8.6  Aid to Offset the Cost  to Farmers of Implementing Measures under the National Program  
of Measures for the Control of Soil Pests on Potatoes of the Elateridae Family  – SA.41894  ..........  32 
8.7  Aid to Compensate for Material Damage to Livestock Euthanized and Beekeepers and Bee 
Families Destroyed  – SA.40966  ................................ ................................ ..........................  33 
8.8  Aid for Co -Financing of Insurance Premiums in the Insurance of Agricultural Products  – 
SA.40890  ................................ ................................ ................................ .......................  34 
8.9  State Aid for Creation and Maintenance of a Herd -Book and Determining the Yields and 
Genetic Qualities of the Animals  – SA.54338  ................................ ................................ ........  34 
8.10  Aid to Compensate Farmers for Implementation of Measures under the National Program  
of Control Measures against Tuta Absoluta Meyrick (Lepidoptera)  – SA.55375  ..........................  35 
8.11  De Minimis  Aid ................................ ................................ ................................ ........  36 
8.12  State Aid to Compensate for Crop Damage Caused by Adverse Climatic Events that can  
be equated with Natural Disasters – SA.42510  ................................ ................................ ..... 37 
8.13  Assistance in the Implementation of Voluntary Commitments for Pigs and Birds Welfare – 
SA.48336, SA.53443  ................................ ................................ ................................ ........  37 
8.14  Aid to Provide Liquidity to Farmers Active in Primary Agricultural Production to Overcome  
the Effe cts of the Negative Economic Impact of COVID -19 ................................ .....................  38 
8.15  Aid for Participation of Farmers in a Q uality Scheme for the Production of Seeds and 
Propagating Material  – SA.41078  ................................ ................................ .......................  39 
8.16  Investments in Tangible Assets in Agricultural Holdings Related to Primary Production of 
Plant Agricultural Products  – SA.53836  ................................ ................................ ...............  40 
8.17  Investments for Purchase of Facilities for Production and Storage of Raw Milk a nd  
Facilities for Feeding Newborn Animals with Milk  – SA.54114  ................................ ..................  40 
8.18  Investments for the Purchase or Construction of Facilities for Processing of Raw Milk  – 
SA.52433  ................................ ................................ ................................ .......................  41 
8.19  State Aid for the Scheme "Help in the Form of a Discount of the Value of the Gasoline 
Exception Used in the Primary Agricultural Production"  – SA.46425  ................................ .........  42 
8.20  State Aid for the Scheme "Investments for the Construction of Slaughterhouses"  ..............  43 
8.21  Aid to Support the Liquidity of Farmers to Overcome the Negative Economic Impact of  
the Russian Aggression against Ukraine  ................................ ................................ ..............  44 
8.22  Short term credits ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 44 
9  EUROPEAN MARITIME AND FISHERIES FUND (EMFF)  ................................ ................  45 
 
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  1  INNOVATION FUNDING  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Support for research and development activity of enterprises and research and knowledge 
dissemination organizations (cases No. SА. 51359  and SA. 60283).  
2. Period covered by the notification  
Years 2021-2022.  
3. Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The scheme provides support for industrial research and experimental development activities of 
enterprises and organizations for research and dissemination of knowledge.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
• Council of Ministers' Decision No. 723 of 8 September  2004 for Adoption of Innovation 
Strategy of the Republic of Bulgaria and Measures for its Implementation, as amended by 
Council of Ministers' Decision No. 385 of 2 2 May 2006; 
• Council of Ministers' Decr ee No. 15 of 3 1 January  2005 for Providing Funds from 
2005 State Budget to the Ministry of Economy for the establishment of National Innovation 
Fund (NIF);  
• NIF Management Rules and Guidance on Application for Funding of Innovative Enterprises, 
approved by Order No. RD-16-812 of 23 August  2016, issued by the Minister of Economy;  
• NIF Management Rules and Guidance on Application for Funding of Innovative Enterprises, 
approved by Order No. RD-16-701 of 11 August  2020, issued by the Minister of Economy.  
Authority responsible for the subsidy : Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion Agen cy at the 
Ministry of Innovation and Growth.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Provided to enterprises and organizations for research and dissemination of knowledge from all 
sectors and regions.  
7. Amount of the s ubsidy   
In 20 21: 
• Under case SA. 51359:  
− under Art. 25, para 2, letter "b" of the General Block Exemption Regulation ( GBER ): 
BGN 4.054 million ; 
− under Art. 25, para 2, letter "c" of GBER : BGN  0.471 million . 
• Under case SA. 60283:  
− under Art. 25, para 2, letter "b" of GBER : BGN  0.000 million ; 
− under Art. 25, para 2, letter "c" of GBER : BGN  0.000 million . 
In 2022 : 
• Under case SA. 51359:  
− under Art. 25, para 2, letter "b" of GBER : BGN  3.346 million ; 
− under Art. 25, para 2, letter "c" of GBER : BGN  0.710 million . G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  • Under case SA. 60283:  
− under Art. 25, para 2, letter "b" of GBER : BGN  1.292 million ; 
− under Art. 25, para 2, letter "c" of GBER : BGN  0.076 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
From 2016 to 2022, based on G BER 651/2014.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy is not available.  
2  OPERATIONAL PROGRAMME "INNOVATION AND COMPETITIVEN ESS 2014 -2020"  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Priority axis 1 : "Technological development and innovation" and the following schemes : "Support  
for the introduction of innovation in enterprises" (SA.44088 and SA.49454) ; "Development of 
innovation clusters" (SA . SA.55167 and SA.60879) ; "Development of Product and Producti on 
Innovations" (SA.48613);  
Priority axis 2 : "Entrepreneurship and capacity for growth of SMEs" and the following schemes:  
"Support for micro and small enterprises for overcoming the economical impact of the COVID -19 
pandemic" (SA. 57283 and SA.58884) ; "Improvement of the production capacity in SMEs" 
(SA.41940 and SA.49455) ; "Improving production capacity of small and medium -sized 
enterprises  (SMEs)" (SA.52839) ; "COVID -19: Supporting medium enterprises to overcome the 
economic impact of the COVID -19 pandemi c" (SA.57795 and SA.57938) ; "Support for small 
enterprises with a turnover of over BGN 500 000 to overcome the economic consequences of the 
COVID -19 pandemic" (SA.59704) ; 
Priority axis 3 : "Energy and effective usage of the resources" and the following schemes : "Energy 
efficiency for small and medium -sized enterprises (SMEs)" (SA. 49451 and SA.45511) ; "Increasing 
the energy efficiency in large enterprises" (SA. 49452 and SA.47618) ; "Support for Pilot and 
Demonstration of Resource Efficiency" (S A.50078);  
Priority axis 4 : "Removing the obstacles in the security of gas supply" and the following scheme : 
"Technical assistance for completion of the preparatory works needed for the start of the construction 
of the gas interconnector Bulgaria - Serbia" (SA.58792) . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
Years 2021-2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Smart growth and contribution for the improvement of innovation and competitiveness of 
enterprises, effective usage of resources of enterprises b y applying new solutions, techniques, and 
methods.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
EU legislation:  
• Council Regulations (EU) No. 1299/2013 ; No.  1300/2013 ; No.  1301/2013 ; 
No. 1302/2013 ; No. 1303/2013 ; No. 1304/2013 as amend ed; 
• Commission Regulation (EU) No. 651/2014 as amend ed. G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  Bulgarian legislation:  
• 2021 and 2022 State Budget Act s; 
• Council of Ministers' Decree No 408 of 23 December  2020 on the Implementation of the 
2021 State Budget of the Republic of Bulgaria, promulgated, Sta te Gazette (SG) No. 1 of 
5 January  2021; 
• Council of Ministers' Decree No 31 of 13 March  2022 on the Implementation of the 
2022 State Budget of the Republic of Bulgaria, promulgated, SG No. 23 of 22 March  2022; 
• Management of Resources  from the European Fund under Shared Management Act , 
SG No. 101 of 2 2 December  2015, heading amended , SG No. 51 of 1 July 2022, last 
amended  and supplemented, SG No. 102 of 23 December  2022; 
• Small and Medium -Size Enterprises Act, promulgated, SG No 84 of 2 4 September  1999, 
as last amended and supplemented, SG No. 21 of 1 3 March  2020; 
• Public Procurement Act, promulgated, SG No. 13 of 1 6 February  2016, as last amended 
and supplemented, SG No. 62 of 5 August  2022. 
Authority responsible for the subsidy:  
Ministr y of Economy  - until 1 March  2022. 
Ministry of Innovation and Growth – after 1 March  2022. 
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Aid is granted to beneficiaries (selected after fulfilment of rules and procedure previewed under the 
Operational program) from the manufacturing industry ; 85% co-financing from the European 
Regional Development Fund (EFRD) and 15 % co-financing from the state budget of the Republic of 
Bulgaria.  
7. Amount of the s ubsidy  
In 2021 : 
• Under case SA. 44088 (SA.49454) : 
− under Art. 28 of GBER : no payment;  
− under Art. 13 and 14 of GBER : BGN  0.001 million  of which 15 % co-financing from 
Bulgaria ; 
• Under case SA. 60879 (SA. 55167) : BGN  3.001 million  of which 15 % co-financing from 
Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 48613 : BGN  6.743 million  of which 15 % co-financing from Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 57283 (SA.58884) : BGN  18.952 million  of which 15 % co-financing from 
Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 49455 (SA. 41940) : BGN  0.309 million  of which 15 % co-financing from 
Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 5 2839: BGN  97.488 million  of which 15 % co-financing from Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 57938 (SA. 57795) : BGN  210.637 million  of which 15 % co-financing from 
Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 59704 : 
− BGN 7.850 million  of which 15 % co-financing from Bulgaria;  
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  • Under case SA. 49451 (SA.45511) : 
− under Art. 38 of GBER : no payment;  
− under Art. 13 and 14 of GBER : BGN  0.294 million  of which 15 % co-financing from 
Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 49452 (SA.47618) : 
− under Art. 38 of GBER : no payment;  
− under Art. 13 and 14 of GBER : BGN  0.474 million  of which 15 % co-financing from 
Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA.50078 : BGN  3.495 million  of which 15 % co-financing from Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA.58792 : no payment.  
In 2022 : 
• Under case SA. 44088 (SA .49454) : 
− under Art. 28 of GBER : no payment;  
− under Art. 13 and 14 of GBER : no payment;  
• Under case SA. 60879 (SA. 55167) : BGN  6.391 million  of which 15 % co-financing from 
Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 48613 : BGN  0.330 million  of which 15 % co-financing from Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 57283 (SA.  58884 ): BGN  0.015 million  of which 15 % co-financing from 
Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 49455 (SA. 41940) : no payment;  
• Under case SA. 52839 : BGN  30.045 million  of which 15 % co-financing from Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 57938 (SA.  57795) : BGN  1.223 million  of which 15 % co-financing from 
Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 59704 : 
− BGN 73.750 million  of which 15 % co-financing from Bulgaria;  
− BGN 35 million  – REACT EU (no national co -financing).  
• Under case SA. 49451 (SA.45511) : 
− under Art. 38 of GBER : no payment;  
− under Art. 13 and 14 of GBER : BGN  0.435 million  of which 15 % co-financing from 
Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 49452 (SA.47618) : 
− under Art. 38 of GBER : no payment;  
− under Art. 13 and 14 of GBER : no payment;  
• Under case SA. 50078 : BGN  2.483 million  of which 15 % co-financing from Bulgaria;  
• Under case SA. 58792 : BGN  1.126 million  of which 15 % co-financing from Bulgaria.  
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The terms are specified in the Guidance for application for granting financial aid under the 
Operational prog ram and differ for each measure.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
In view of the purpose of the subsidy trade effects are assessed as minimal.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  3  ASSISTANCE TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND STRUCTURAL ADJUSTMENT  
3.1  Support to Regional Development : Corporate Tax Exemption Scheme  
1. Title of the subsidy  programme  
Corporate Tax Exemption Scheme for tax relief constituting regional aid in accordance with 
Article  184 (linked to Art. 189) of the Corporate Income Ta x Act (CITA) (SA. 39869, as amended by 
the case SA.59027 ). 
2. Period covered  by the notification  
Years 2021-2022.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  of the subsidy  
Regional aid for initial investment and job creation linked to the investment.  
4. Background and auth ority for the subsidy  
Corporate Income Taxation Act, promulgated, SG No. 105 of 22  December  2006, as last amended, 
SG No. 104 of 3 0 December  2022. 
In accordance with Article 189 of the Corporate Income Taxation Act the taxable persons must fulfill 
specifie d conditions in order to receive regional aid related to the initial investment in municipalities 
with rate of unemployment for the year of retention 25 % or higher than the national average for 
the same period.  
Authority responsible for the subsidy : National Revenue Agency ; Ministry of Finance.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Tax relief.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Any taxable person fulfilling the conditions specified under Article 184 (linked to Art. 189) of CITA 
can retain corporate tax and is obliged to  invest it in material and immaterial assets as a part of his 
initial investment . The initial investment has to be made in municipalities where the rate of 
unemployment for the year of retention is 25 % or higher than the national average for the same 
period. The activity related to the initial investment shall be implemented in the respective 
municipality for at least five years after the year of completion of the initial investment and this 
circumstance is to be declared annually by the annual tax returns until the lapse of the five -year 
period.  
7. Annual amount of the s ubsidy  
In 2021 : BGN  10.175 million . 
In 2022 : BGN  0.000 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
31 March  2015 – 31 December  2021 pursuant to European Commission's Decision No. C 
(2015)  6174 final of 1 4 September  2015 and the amendment of the initial state aid measure by case 
SA.59027 which concerns the prolongation of SA.39869 until 3 1 December  2021. 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
Trade effects are assessed as minimal.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  3.2  Support to Regional Development : Regional Investment Aid scheme  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Regional investment aid scheme under Art. 2a of the Investment Promotion Act (cases No. SA.51242 
and SA.60075).  
2. Period covered by the notifi cation  
Years 2021-2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The measure consists of regional aid for initial investment and job creation linked to the investment . 
Investment promotion under the scheme aims to increase the investment for technolo gical 
development of high -value -added manufacturing and services, and creation of highly productive 
jobs; decrease of regional disparities in the social and economic development.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
• Investment Promotion Act – promulgated, SG No. 97 of 2 4 October  1997, as last amended 
and supplemented, SG No. 22 of 1 8 March  2022; 
• Regulations for the Application of the Investment Promotion Act  – promulgated, SG No. 76 
of 21  September  2007, as last amend ed and supplemented, SG No. 82 of 
14 October  2022. 
Authority responsible for the subsidy : Ministry of Innovation and Growth.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Subsidy, other.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The beneficiaries are SMEs and large companies . Project s must meet minimum requirements 
regarding the amount of investment and employment to be created, as contained  in the Rules for 
Implementation of the Investment Promotion Act.  
7. Amount of the s ubsidy   
In 2021  the total amount is BGN 3.706 million  and only su bsidies relating to the production of goods 
(and not the service sector) are BGN 0.596 million , of which : 
− under case SA.51242 : BGN  0.006 million . 
− under case SA.60075 : BGN  0.590 million . 
In 2022  the total amount is BGN 3.044 million  and only subsidies relating to the production of goods 
(and not the service sector) are BGN 0.618 million , of which : 
− under case SA.51242 : BGN  0.618 million . 
− under case SA.60075 : BGN  0.000 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
13 November  2015 – 31 December  2021 and 1 January  2022 - 31 December  2027 under 
GBER 651/2014 and as established in an approved regional map s. 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
Trade effects are assessed as minimal.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  4  FILM INDUSTRY SU PPORT  
4.1  Bulgarian Film Industry Support  
1. Title of the subsidy  programme  
Bulgarian Film Industry support (case NN33/2010).  
2. Period covered by the notification  
Years 2021-2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The aid is aimed at supporting the development and preservation of the Bulgarian film culture . Main 
priorities : assistance in the production and distribution of films of high artistic merit and debut film 
projects ; ensuring the right of public access to various forms of film -related creative work ; protection 
of the rights and interests of audience ; support to new talent and young writers ; domestic and 
international promotion of Bulgarian films.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
• Law on Film Industry  – promulgated, SG  No. 105 of 2 December  2003, as last amended 
and supplemented, SG No. 18 of 2 March  2021; 
• Rules of Procedure of the National Film Centre Executive Agency;  
• Rules for Implementation of the Law on Film Industry - promulgated, SG No. No. 102 of 
11 December  2018, as last amended and supplemented, SG No. 67 of 13 August  2021; 
• Protection and Development of Culture Act  – promulgated, SG No. 50 of 1 June 1999, as 
last amended and supplemented, SG No. 52 of 9 June 2020; 
• 2021 and 2022 State Budget Act s; 
• Council of Ministers' Decree No 408 of 23 December  2020 on the Implementation of the 
2021 State Budget of the Republic of Bulgaria, promulgated, SG No. 1 of 5 January  2021 
and Council of Ministers' Decree No 177 of 2 9 April 2021, promulgated, SG No. 37 of 
7 May 2021; 
• Council of Ministers' Decree No 31 of 17 March  2022 on the Implementation of the 202 2 
State Budget of the Republic of Bulgaria, promulgated, SG No. 23 of 22 March  2022. 
Authority responsible for the subsidy : National Film Centre Executive Agenc y (NFCEA)  – a 
second -level budgetary spending unit of the Ministry of Culture , as per the Law on Film Industry . 
The transfer of funds from the budget of the Ministry of Culture to the NFCEA is determined annually 
under the State Budget Act for the respective year.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The aid is granted to SME s. SMEs are selected after fulfilment of rules and procedure previewed 
under the Law on Film Industry, the Rules for implementation of the Law on Film Industry and the 
Rules of Procedure of the National Film Centre Executive Agency . The aid is limited to specific 
sectors: J.59 – Motion picture, video and television programme production, sound recording and 
music publishing activities ; J.59.1 – Motion picture, video and television programme activities ; 
J.59.11 – Motion picture, video and television programme production activities ; J.59.12 – Motion 
picture, video and television programme post -production activities ; J.59.13 – Motion picture, video 
and television programme distribution activities ; J.59.14 – Motion picture projection activities.  
7. Annual amount of the s ubsidy   
In 20 21: BGN  0.548 million . G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  In 202 2: BGN  0.548 million . 
The above payments were made pursuant to previous agreements and commitments.  
8. Duration of the subsidy  
1 January  2010 – 31 December  2017. 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
Trade effects are assessed as minimal.  
4.2  State Aid Scheme for Film Distribution  
1. Title of the subsidy  programme  
State aid scheme for the distribution of films (case No. SA.64707 ). 
2. Period covered by the notification  
Years 2021-2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Support for audio -visual works under Art. 54 of GBER.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
• Law on Film Industry – promulgated, SG No. 105 of 2 December  2003, as last amended 
and supplemented, SG No. 18 of 2 March  2021; 
• Rules of Procedure of the National Film Centre Executive Agency;  
• Rules for Implementation of the Law on Film Industry - promulgated, SG No. No. 102 of 
11 December  2018, as last amended and supplemented, SG No. 67 of 1 3 August  2021; 
• Protection and Development of Culture Act – promulgated, SG No. 50 of 1 June 1999, as 
last amended and supplemented, SG No. 52 of 9 June 2020; 
• 2021 and 2022 State Budget Act s; 
• Council of Ministers' Decree No 408 of 2 3 December  2020 on the Implementation of the 
2021 State Budget of the Republic of Bulgaria, promulgated, SG No. 1 of 5 January  2021 
and Council of Ministers' Decree No 177 of 2 9 April 2021, promulgated, SG No. 37 of 
7 May 2021; 
• Council of Ministers' Decree No 31 of 1 7 March  2022 on the Implementation of the 2022 
State Budget of the Republic of Bulgaria, promulgated, SG No. 23 of 2 2 March  2022. 
Authority responsible for the subsidy : National Film Centre Executive Agency.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom and how the su bsidy is provided  
The aid is granted to SME s. SMEs are selected after fulfilment of rules and procedure previewed 
under the Law on Film Industry, the Rules for implementation of the Law on Film Industry and the 
Rules of Procedure of the National Film Centr e Executive Agency . The aid is  limited to specific 
sectors : J.59 – Motion picture, video and television programme production, sound recording and 
music publishing activities ; J.59.1 – Motion picture, video and television programme activities ; 
J.59.11  – Motion picture, video and television programme production activities ; J.59.12  – Motion 
picture, video and television programme post -production activities ; J.59.13  – Motion picture, video 
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  7. Annual amount of the s ubsidy   
In 20 21: BGN  0.000 million . 
In 202 2: BGN  0.671 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
13 August  2021 – 31 December  2023. 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
Trade effects are assessed as minimal.  
4.3  State Aid Scheme for Film Production  
1. Title of the subsidy  programme  
State aid scheme for film production (case s No. SA.52684  and SA.64706 ). 
2. Period covered by the notification  
Years 2021-2022.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Support for audio -visual works under Art. 54 of GBER.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
• Law on Film Industry – promulgated, SG No. 105 of 2 December  2003, as last amended 
and supplemented, SG No. 18 of 2 March  2021; 
• Rules of Procedure of the National Film Centre Executive Agency;  
• Rules for Implementation of the Law on Film Industry - promulgated, SG No. No. 102 of 
11 December  2018, as last amended and supplemented, SG No. 67 of 1 3 August  2021; 
• Protection and Developme nt of Culture Act – promulgated, SG No. 50 of 1 June 1999, as 
last amended and supplemented, SG No. 52 of 9 June 2020; 
• 2021 and 2022 State Budget Act s; 
• Council of Ministers' Decree No 408 of 2 3 December  2020 on the Implementation of the 
2021 State Budget o f the Republic of Bulgaria, promulgated, SG No. 1 of 5 January  2021 
and Council of Ministers' Decree No 177 of 2 9 April 2021, promulgated, SG No. 37 of 
7 May 2021; 
• Council of Ministers' Decree No 31 of 1 7 March  2022 on the Implementation of the 
2022 State Budget of the Republic of Bulgaria, promulgated, SG No. 23 of 2 2 March  2022. 
Authority responsible for the subsidy : National Film Centre Executive Agency.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The aid is granted to SME s. SMEs are selected after fulfilment of rules and procedure previewed 
under the Law on Film Industry, the Rules for implementation of the Law on Film Industry and the 
Rules of Procedure of the National Film Centre Executive Agency . The aid is  limited to spec ific 
sectors : J.59 – Motion picture, video and television programme production, sound recording and 
music publishing activities ; J.59.1 – Motion picture, video and television programme activities ; 
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  picture, video and television programme post -production activities ; J.59.13 – Motion picture, video 
and television programme distribution activities ; J.59.14 – Motion picture projection activities.  
7. Amount of the s ubsid y  
In 2021 : 
− under case SA.52684 : BGN  2.680 million ; 
− under case SA.64706 : BGN  1.157 million . 
In 2022 : 
− under case SA.52684 : BGN  1.172 million ; 
− under case SA.64706 : BGN  12.953 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
5 December  2018 – 31 December  2020 for measure SA.52684 . 
13 August  2021 – 31 December  2023 for measure SA.64706 . 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
Trade effects are assessed as minimal.  
5  ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION  
5.1  Support to Environmental Protection  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Support to energy -intensive users (case No. SA.45861).  
2. Period covered  by the notification  
Years 2021-2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Support to compensate energy intensive users (EIUs) for part of the surcharge to finance the support 
for renewable electricity.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
• Ordinance No. Е-RD-04-06 of 28.09.2016 on Reducing the Burden Related to the Cost of 
Energy from Renewable Energy So urces, amended and supplemented, SG No. 12 of 
12 February  2021; 
• Energy Act, promulgated, SG No. 107 of 9 December  2003, as last amended and 
supplemented, SG No. 11 of 2 February  2023; 
• Guidelines on State aid for environmental protection and energy 2014 -2020, OJ C 200, 
28.6.2014 (EEAG).  
Authority responsible for the subsidy : Ministry of Energy.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Beneficiaries are industrial companies active in a sector listed in Annex 3 of the EEAG and industrial 
companies with an electro -intensity of at least 20 % which are active in a sector listed in Annex 5 of 
the EEAG . The aid is financed from the Electricity System Security Fund (the Fund) . The 
establishment of the Fund is decreed by special provisi ons – Article 36б  of the Energy Law.  
7. Amount of the s ubsidy   
In 20 21: BGN  7.820 million . 
In 202 2: BGN  0.000 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
1 August  2015 – 31 December  2021. 
Originally the scheme was foreseen for the period 1 August  2015 – 31 December  2020. It has been 
prolonged to 31 December  2021 after European Commission 's Decision No. C (2016) 5204 final of 
4 August  2016 and Communication from the Commission concerning the  prolongation and the 
amendments of the Guidelines on Regional State Aid for 2014 -2020; Guidelines on State Aid to 
Promote Risk Finance Investments ; Guidelines on State Aid for Environmental Protection and Energy 
2014-2020; Guidelines on State aid for resc uing and restructuring non -financial undertakings in 
difficulty ; Communication on the Criteria for the Analysis of the Compatibility with the Internal 
Market of State Aid to Promote the Execution of Important Projects of Common European Interest ; 
Communica tion from the Commission  – Framework for State aid for research and development and 
innovation and Communication from the Commission to the Member States on the application of 
Articles 107 and 108 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union to s hort-term 
export -credit insurance , Official Journal of the European Union (2020/C 224/02).  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
Trade effects are assessed as minimal.  
5.2  Support for Renewable  Energy Generation  
1. Title of the subsidy  programme  
Support for renewable energy generation in Bulgaria ( SA. 51542  - Changes to the scheme of support 
to production from renewable energy sources  (RES) in Bulgaria).  
2. Period  covered by the notification  
Years 2021-2022. 
3. Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The primary objective is environmental protection through promotion of energy production from 
renewable energy sources . The state support for renewable energy is necessary in order to achieve 
the na tional target for the share of renewable energy in the gross final energy consumption of the 
country in 2020 as established in Directive 2009/28/EC on the promotion of the use of energy from 
renewable sources.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
• Energ y Act, promulgated, SG No. 107 of 9 December  2003, as last amended and 
supplemented, SG No. 11 of 2 February  2023; 
• Renewable Energy Sources Act , promulgated, SG No. 35 of 3 May 2011, as last amended 
and supplemented, SG No. 11 of 2 February  2023; G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  • Ordinance No. 1 of14 March  2017 on the Regulation of Electric Power Prices , promulgated, 
SG No. 25 of 2 4 March  2017, as last amended and supplemented, SG No.  47 of 
22 May 2020. 
Scheme SA.51542 (2018/NN) "Changes in the scheme for support of renewable energ y in Bulgaria" 
was introduced as a result of changes in the Energy Act and replaces scheme SA.44840 "Support 
for the production of energy from renewable sources in Bulgaria", approved by Decision No. C (2016) 
5205 final of 4 August  2016 of the EC and enter ed into force on 3 May 2011. 
Authority responsible for the subsidy : Ministry of Energ y (as an  entity legally responsible for 
implementing Bulgaria's policy for promoting the production and use of energy from renewable 
sources, through the Energy and Water Regulatory Commission ). 
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grant (preferential purchase prices to renewable energy producers).  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Beneficiaries  are producers of electricity from renewable sources, with the exception of hydroelectric 
power plants with an installed capacity of more than 10 MW.  
7. Amount of the s ubsidy  
In 20 21: BGN  712.173 million . 
In 202 2: BGN  253.334 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
1 July 2018 – 31 December  2035. 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
Trade effects are assessed as minimal.  
6  EUROPEAN AGRICULTURAL GUARANTEE FUND (EAGF)  
6.1  Fruit and Vegetables  
6.1.1   Producer Organizations  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Producer organisations.  
2. Period covered  by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Objectives of the fruit and vegetables scheme : to improve the competit iveness and market 
orientation of the fruit and vegetable s sector ; to reduce producers' income fluctuations resulting 
from crises ; to promote consumption  thus contributing to improved public health , and enhanc e 
environmental safeguards.  
The support measures include:  
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  b) environmental measures, particularly those relating to water, and methods of production 
respecting the environment, including or ganic farming;  
c) crisis prevention and management.  
4. Background  and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for producer organisations recognized by the Member State.  
7. Amount of the subsidy  
Total expenditure  under the programme : 
In 2021: EAGF – EUR 0.13 million; N ational Budget – EUR 0.34 million . 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 0.09 million; N ational Budget – EUR 0.21 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
N/A. 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.1.2   EU School Schemes  
1. Title of the subsidy  programme  
EU School Schemes.  
2. Period covered  by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To encourage the consumption of fruit and vegetables, milk and milk products which in turn 
contribute to shaping healthy eating habits in young people . This has positive implications for 
agriculture and can contribute to larger efforts to fight against obesity and overweight.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for school children.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  7. Amount of the subsidy  
Total expenditure  under the programme : 
In 2021: EAGF – EUR 3.66 million; N ational Budget – EUR 7.89 million . 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 3.17 million; N ational Budget – EUR 12.09 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
N/A. 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.2  Wine  
6.2.1   Promotion on Third -Country Markets  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Promotion on third-country markets.  
2. Period covered  by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
This support covers information or promotion measures concerning EU wines in third countries, 
thereby improving thei r competitiveness in those countries . The support relates to wines with a 
protected designation of origin or geographical indication or wines with an indication of the wine 
grape variety . The EU contribution to promotion activities does not exceed 50 % of the eligible 
expenditure . The measures may consist only of:  
• public relations, promotional or advertisement measures, in particular highlighting the 
advantages of the EU products, especially in terms of quality, food safety or environmental 
friendliness ; 
• participation at events, fairs or exhibitions of international importance;  
• information campaigns, in particular on the EU systems covering designations of origin, 
geographical indications and organic production;  
• studies of new markets, necessary for the expansion of market outlets;  
• studies to evaluate the results of the promotional and information measures.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for associations in the wine sector.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: EAGF – EUR 0.04 million; N ational Budget – EUR 0.01 million . 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 0.01 million; N ational Budget – EUR 0.003 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2019 to 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.3  Exceptional Adjustment Aid to Producers in the Agricultural Sectors  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Exceptional adjustment aid to producers in the agricultural sectors under Commission Delegated 
Regulation (EU) 2022/467 of 2 3 March  2022. 
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 March  2022 – 30 September  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The measures are taken in relation to the impact on farmers of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and 
contribute to food security, overcoming market imbalances and support farmers who are involved 
in at least one of the following:  
a) circular economy;  
b) nutrient management;  
c) the efficient use of resources;  
d) ecological and climate -friendly production methods.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture ; Executive Agency on Vine and Wine.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers in the following sectors : pig farming, poultry farming, viticulture and 
greenhouse production of vegetables.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 10.61 million; N ational Budget – EUR 21.22 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
1 March  2022 – 30 September  2022. G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.4  Aid for Private Storage for Pigmeat  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Aid for private storage for pigmeat and fixing the amount of aid in advance under Commission 
Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/470 of 2 3 March  2022. 
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 March  2022 – 31 October  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The measure  is aimed at overcoming disruptions to the EU pork market due to the significant 
reduction in exports to China, the increasing spread of African swine fever in more Member States, 
the continued impact of restrictions related to Covid -19 and further market disruptions. caused by 
the Russian invasion of Ukraine.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture . 
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Individuals and legal entities registered on the territory of the EU, who have a suitable warehouse, 
with refrigeration capacity, facilities and equipment, allowing the long -term storage of meat and who 
can prove ownership of the products requested for private storage.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the pr ogramme : 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 0.09 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
1 March  2022 – 31 October  2022. 
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.5  Bee-Keeping  
1. Title of the  subsidy  programme  
National bee -keeping programme.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To improve the general conditions for production and marketing of apiculture products.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for beekeepers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: EAGF – EUR 1.67 million; N ational Budget – EUR 1.67 million . 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 1.80 million; N ational Budget – EUR 1.80 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2020 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.6  DIRECT PAYMENTS  
6.6.1   Single Area Payment Scheme  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Single Area Payment Scheme.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Farmers are entitled to support for utilized agricultural area which is decoupled from production (the 
amount of support is not related to the type of crops cultivated ). 
4. Background and a uthority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: EAGF – EUR 375.17 million . 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 376.20 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.6.2   Redistributive Payment  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Redistributive Payment.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Payment for utilized agricultural areas not related to the type of crops for the first 30 ha eligible 
under the Single area payment scheme.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is  available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: EAGF – EUR 58.10 million . 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 53.62 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  6.6.3   Payment for Farmers Observing Agricultural Practices Beneficial for the Climate and 
the Environment  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Payment for farmer s observing agricultural practices beneficial for the climate and the environment.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support farmers entitled to a payment under the Single area payment scheme who observe on 
all their eligible hectares the agricultural practices beneficial for the climate and the environment.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: EAGF – EUR 250.71 million . 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 232.21 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.6.4   Payment for Young Farmers  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Payment for young farmers.  
2. Period  covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support young farmers who are:  
• entitled to a payment under the Single area payment scheme;  
• no more than 40 years of age in the year of first s ubmission of the application;  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  • setting up for the first time an agricultural holding as head of the holding or who have 
already set up such a holding during the five years preceding the first submission of an 
application.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy 
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: EAGF – EUR 1.54 million . 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 1.30 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.6.5   Crop -Specific Payment for Cotton  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Crop-specific payment for cotton.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Crop-specific payment for cotton , granted per hectare of eligible area of cotton.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
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  7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: EAGF – EUR 2.00 million . 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 1.92 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of t he trade effects  of the subsidy  
Limited coupled support . Trade effects are assessed as minimal.  
6.6.6   Voluntary Coupled Support Schemes  
1. Title of the  subsidy  programme  
Voluntary coupled support scheme.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support farmers with animals or crops from sectors undergo ing certain difficulties.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the sub sidy 
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: EAGF – EUR 122.50 million . 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 117.48 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
Limited coupled support . Trade effects are assessed as minimal.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  6.6.7   Scheme for Small Farmers  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Scheme for small farmers.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support small farmers who submitted application under the Single area payment scheme in 2015 
and mee t the minimum requirements to receive direct payments.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy   
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: EAGF – EUR 1.62 million . 
In 2022: EAGF – EUR 1.22 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.6.8   Transitional National Aid for Tobacco  
1. Title of the  subsidy  programme  
Transitional national aid for tobacco (decoupled).  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Continuation of the implementation of the eligibility conditions of complementary national direct 
payments granted in 2013 for farmers with tobacco in 2007 -2009.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  4. Background and authority for t he subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 36.41 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 35.87 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.6.9   Transitional National Aid for Bovine Animals  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Transitional national aid for bovine animals (decoupled).  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Continuation of the implementation of the eligibility conditions of complementary national direct 
payments granted in 2013 for farmers with bovines and/or buffalos in 2009.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
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  In 2022: National budget – EUR 22.54 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
6.6.10   Transitional National Aid for S heep and Goat  
1. Title of the subsidy  programme  
Transitional national aid for sheep and goat (coupled).  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Continuation of the implementation of the eligibility conditions of complementary national direct 
payments granted in 2013 for farmers breeding ewes and she -goats.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 7.51 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 15.56 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
Limited coupled support . Trade effe cts are assessed as minimal.  
7  EUROPEAN AGRICULTURAL FUND FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT (EAFRD)  
1. Title of the  subsidy  programme  
Rural Development Programme 2014 -2020. G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpos e of the subsidy  
• fostering knowledge transfer and innovation in agriculture, forestry and rural areas;  
• enhancing the viability/competitiveness of all types of agriculture, and promoting 
innovative farm technologies and sustainable forest management;  
• promot ing food chain organization, animal welfare and risk management in agriculture;  
• restoring, preserving and enhancing ecosystems related to agriculture and forestry;  
• promoting resource efficiency and supporting the shift toward a low -carbon and 
climate -resilient economy in the agriculture, food and forestry sectors;  
• promoting social inclusion, poverty reduction and economic development in rural areas;  
• implementation of crisis measures to support farmers in the context of the Covid -19 
pandemic and  Russian invasion in Ukraine.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers, forest holders, SMEs, public -private partnerships in rural areas and 
rural municipalities.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2022: EAFRD – EUR 349.48 million; N ational Budget – EUR 65.79 million . 
In 2021: EAFRD – EUR 367.13 million; N ational Budget – EUR 68.47 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2014 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8  OTHER SUPPORT TO AGRICULTU RE (STATE AID ) 
8.1  Aid to Offset the Cost to Farmers of Implementing Measures under the National Pest 
Management Program for Permanent Crops during the Winter – SA.43471  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Aid to offset the cost to farmers of implementing measures under the National Pest Management 
Program for permanent crops during the winter  – SA.43471.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To limit losses from the spread of pests on perennial orchards, strawberries and raspberries.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National Budget – EUR 3.13 million . 
In 2022: National Budget – EUR 3.76 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.2  Aid for Compensation of Costs of Removing and Destroying Dead Animals  – SA.46251  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Aid for compensation of costs of removing and destroyi ng dead animals  – SA.46251.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support farmers by providing subsidized services from incinerators for removal and destruction 
of dead anima ls. 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for incinerators.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National Budget – EUR 5.58 million . 
In 2022: National Budget – EUR 4.09 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.3  Aid for the Certification of Farms in the Fruit and Vegetables Sector under the 
Standard GLOBAL G.A.P.  – SA.52178  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Aid for the certification of farms in the fruit and vegetables sector under the standard GLOBAL 
G.A.P.  – SA.52178.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To optimize the process of production of quality agricultural products in the fruit and vegetables 
sector.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is avai lable for SMEs and producer organizations in the f ruit and vegetables sector 
recognized by the Member State.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National Budget – EUR 0.03 million . 
In 2022: National Budget – EUR 0.04 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2023.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.4  Aid for P articipation in Exhibitions  – SA.47097  
1. Title of the  subsidy  programme  
Aid for participation in exhibitions  – SA.47097.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To promote the achievements and opportunities related to farm animals, crops and processed 
agricultural products.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for breeding associations or organizations.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National Budget – EUR 0.28 million . 
In 2022: National Budget – EUR 0.90 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.5  Aid for Compensation of Farmers for Implementing Measures under the National 
Program for the Prevention, Control and Eradication of Animal Diseases and Zoonoses in 
Bulgaria  – SA.42240  
1. Title of the  subsidy  programme  
Aid for compensation of farmers for implementing measures under the National Program for t he 
Prevention, Control and Eradication of Animal Diseases and Zoonoses in Bulgaria  – SA.42240.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support farmers by covering the costs of mandatory activities related to ensuring animal health 
and preventing contagious diseases and zoonoses.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for veterinarians for the activities of identifying animals and performing 
diagnostic tests on animals under the National Program for the Prevention, Control and Eradication 
of Animal Diseases and Zoonoses in Bulgaria.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National Budget – EUR 8.63 million . 
In 2022: National Budget – EUR 9.78 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.6  Aid to Offset the Cost to Farmers of Implementing Measures under the National 
Program of Measures for the Control of Soil Pests on Potatoes of the Elateridae Family  – 
SA.41894  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Aid to offset the cost to farmers of implementing measures under the National Program of Measures 
for the Control of Soil Pests on Potatoes of the Elateridae Family  – SA.41894.  
2. Period covered by t he notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To limit losses from the spread of soil pests on potatoes of the Elateridae Family.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fu nd Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for SMEs.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National Budget – EUR 0.91 million . 
In 2022: National Budget – EUR 0.66 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.7  Aid to Compensate for Material Damage to Livestock Euthanized and Beekeepers and 
Bee Families Destroyed  – SA.40966  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Aid to compensate for material damage to livestock euthanised and beekeepers and bee families 
destroyed  – SA.40966.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To compensat e for material damage from dead farm animals and destroyed beehives caused by 
natural disasters.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy 
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National Budget – EUR 0.35 million . 
In 2022: National Budget – EUR 0.04 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2023.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade di storting effects.  
8.8  Aid for Co -Financing of Insurance Premiums in the Insurance of Agricultural Products  
– SA.40890  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Aid for co -financing of insurance premiums in the insurance of agricultural products  – SA.40890.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To encourag e farmers to voluntarily insure agricultural products against adverse climatic events.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for SMEs active in primary agricultural production.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy   
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National Budget – EUR 1.03 million . 
In 2022: National Budget – EUR 0.93 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.9  State Aid for Creation and Maintenance of a Herd -Book and Determining the Yields 
and Genetic Qualities of the Animals  – SA.54338  
1. Title of the  subsidy  programme  
State aid for creati on and maintenance of a herd -book and determining the yields and genetic 
qualities of the animals  – SA.54338.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Support for selection activities in the livestock sector.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants. 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for approved breeding organizations and the Executive Agency for Selection and 
Reproduction in Animal Husbandry, in cases where there is no approved breeding organization for a 
particular breed.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 3.90 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 4.03 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.10  Aid to Compensate Farmers for Implementation of Measures under the National 
Program of Control Measures against Tuta Absoluta Meyrick (Lepidoptera)  – SA.55375  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Aid to compensate farmers for implementation of measures under the National Program of Control 
Measures against Tuta Absoluta Meyrick (Lepidoptera)  – SA.55375.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To limit production losses caused by the pest Tuta Absoluta Meyrick (Lepidoptera) on vegetable 
crops grown in greenhouses.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for SMEs.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 0.10 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 0.11 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.11  De Minimis  Aid 
1. Title of the  subsidy  programme  
De minimis  aid. 
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support farmers in specific crisis situations on the market.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers – physical and legal persons.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 11.67 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 16.38 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2022.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.12  State Aid to Compensate for Crop Damage Caused b y Adverse Climatic Events that 
can be e quated with Natural Disasters – SA.42510  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
State aid to compensate for crop damage caused by ad verse climatic events that can be equated 
with natural disasters  – SA.42510.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To compensat e farmers for lost areas with completely destroyed  crop production as a result of 
adverse climatic events.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is available for farmers – physical and legal persons.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 1.01 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 1.34 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2027.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.13  Assistance in the Implementation of Voluntary Commitments for Pigs and Birds 
Welfare – SA.48336, SA.53443  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Assistance in the implementation of voluntary commitments for pigs and birds welfare  – 
SA.48336,  SA.53443.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To assist in the imple mentation of voluntary commitments for pigs and birds welfare.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy  is provided  
Funding is available for farmers – physical and legal persons.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 37.77 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 48.49 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the peri od from 2015 to 2024.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.14  Aid to Provide Liquidity to Farmers Active in Primary Agricultural Production to 
Overcome the Effects of the Negative Economic Impact of COVID -19 
1. Title of the  subsidy  programme  
Aid to provide liquidity to farmers active in primary agricultural production to overcome the effects 
of the negative economic impact of COVID -19. 
2. Period covered by the notification  
Years 2021–2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To ensure that sufficient liquidity remains available in the market, to counter the liquidity shortage 
faced by undertakings because of the outbreak, to ensure that the disruptions caused by the 
outbreak  do not undermine the viability of the undertakings and thereby to preserve the continuity 
of economic activity during and after the outbreak.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants. G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy  is provided  
Funding is available for undertakings active in Bulgaria in the sectors of primary agricultural 
production, the breeding of small and large ruminants and potato growing.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 37.17 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 73.35 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover years 2021-2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade ef fects of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.15  Aid for Participation of Farmers in a Quality Scheme for the Production of Seeds and 
Propagating Material  – SA.41078  
1. Title of the  subsidy  programme  
Aid for participation of farmers in a quality scheme for the production of seeds and propagating 
material  – SA.41078.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To increas e the production and use of certified (quality) seeds.  
4. Backgroun d and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy  is provided  
Funding is available for SMEs.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 0.57 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 0.59 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2015 to 2023.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade di storting effects.  
8.16  Investments in Tangible Assets in Agricultural Holdings Related to Primary 
Production of Plant Agricultural Products  – SA.53836  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Investments in tangible assets in agricultural holdings related to primary prod uction of plant 
agricultural products  – SA.53836.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support farmers as well as producer groups and organizations for investments required for 
primary agricultural production in the plant growing sector.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subs idy 
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy  is provided  
Funding is available for farmers as well as producer groups and organizations recognized by the 
Member State.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 3.13 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 1.73 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2019 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade di storting effects.  
8.17  Investments for Purchase of Facilities for Production and Storage of Raw Milk and 
Facilities for Feeding Newborn Animals with Milk  – SA.54114  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Investments for purchase of facilities for production and storage  of raw milk and facilities for feeding 
newborn animals with milk  – SA.54114.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To su pport farmers, producer groups and producer organizations for investments for the purchase 
of facilities for the production and storage of raw milk and facilities for feeding newborn animals with 
milk. 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry  of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy  is provided  
Funding is available for farmers, producer groups and producer organizations recognized by the 
Member State.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 0.89 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 0.66 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2019 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade di storting effects.  
8.18  Investments for the Purchase or Construction of Facilities for Processing of Raw 
Milk – SA.52433  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Investments for the purchase or construction of facilities for processing of raw milk  – SA.52433.  
2. Period cover ed by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support farmers, producer groups and producer organizations for the purchase or construction of 
facilities for processing of raw milk.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy  is provided  
Funding is available for farmers, producer groups and producer organizations recognized by the 
Member State.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 0.19 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 0.03 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2019 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.19  State Aid for the Scheme "Help in the Form of a Discount of the Value of the Gasoline 
Exception Used in the Primary Agricultural Production"  – SA.464 25 
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
State Aid for the Scheme "Help in the Form of a Discount of the Value of the Gasoline Exception 
Used in the Primary Agricultural Production"  – SA.46425 . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To facilitate farmers in using fuel for mechanized activities in the primary agricultural production by 
applying a reduced rate of excise duty on gas oil.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Reduced rate of the excise duty on gas oil used in primary agricultural production.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy  is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 51.12 million . G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  In 2022: National budget – EUR 51.13 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2016 to 2023.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.20  State Aid for t he Scheme "Investments for the C onstruction of Slaughterhouses"  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Investments for the const ruction of slaughterhouses.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support farmers who produce food of animal origin for the construction of slaughterhouses . 
Owners/tenants of  livestock farms are supported to build stations for extraction and transfer of meat 
from own large ruminants and small ruminants on the territory of a farm and/or purchase of mobile 
ones. Investments aim to improve the overall productivity and sustainability of the farm, in particular 
by reducing production costs or improving and redirecting production.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsid y is provided  
Funding is available for farmers, producer groups and producer organizations recognized by the 
Member State.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 0.05 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2020 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  8.21  Aid to Support the Liquidity of Farmers to O vercome the Negati ve Economic Impact 
of the Russian A ggression against Ukraine  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Aid to support the liquidity of farmers to overcome the negative economic impact of the Russian 
aggression against Ukraine . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
17 August 2022 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To ensure sufficient liquidity for farmers from primary agricultural production - animal breeders, 
breeders of large and small ruminants, horses and bee families, and producers of  fruit and 
vegetables, oil rose, rice, wine vines, shell fruits (walnuts , almonds and hazelnuts), lettuces and 
lettuces, okra, courgettes and tobacco, to counter the negative impact of the Russian aggression 
against Ukraine and/or the sanctions imposed or retaliatory measures taken, and to ensure the 
continuity of economic activity . 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy  is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 217.48 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
8.22  Short term credits  
1. Title of the subsidy programme  
Short term credits to farmers . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
1 January  2021 – 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To cover the costs of production of agricultural products.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Credits.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy  is provided  
Funding is available for farmers.  
7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: National budget – EUR 0.75 million . 
In 2022: National budget – EUR 0.06 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover 2021 -2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
9  EUROPEAN MARITIME AND FISHERIES FUND (EMFF)  
1. Title of the subsidy  programme  
Maritime and Fisheries Programme 2014 -2020.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
January  2021 - 31 December  2022. 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
a. promoting competitive, environmentally sustainable, economically viable and socially 
responsible fisheries and aquaculture;  
b. fostering the implementation of the Common Fis heries Policy ( CFP); 
c. promoting a balanced and inclusive territorial development of fisheries and aquaculture 
areas;  
d. fostering the development and implementation of the Union's IMP in a manner 
complementary to cohesion policy and to t he CFP.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy  
Ministry of Agriculture ; State Fund Agriculture.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy  is provided  
Funding is available for companies, associations and organizations in the maritime and fisheries 
sectors.  G/SCM/N/401/EU/Add.3  
 
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  7. Amount  of the subsidy  
Total expenditure under the programme : 
In 2021: EMFF – EUR 10,54 million; N ational Budget – EUR 3,04 million . 
In 2022: EMFF – EUR 9,04 million; N ational Budget – EUR 2,61 million . 
8. Duration of the subsidy  
The financial perspectives cover the period from 2014 to 2022.  
9. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects  of the subsidy  
No trade distorting effects.  
 
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