G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
16 September  2019 
(19-5908) Page: 1/65 
Committee on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures  Original:  English  
 
  
SUBSIDIES  
NEW AND FULL NOTIFIC ATION PURSUANT TO AR TICLE XVI:1  
OF THE GATT 1994 AND  ARTICLE 25 OF THE A GREEMENT  
ON SUBSIDIES AND COU NTERVAILING MEASURES  
EUROPEAN UNION 
Addendum  
The following addendum to the notification of the European Union relates to the subsidy programmes 
of Denmark . 
 
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  DENMARK  
 
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
 
1  INCOME SUPPORT PR OGRAMMES  ................................ ................................ .................  5 
1.1  Refinancing of Mortgage Loans etc. in Agricultural Holdings  ................................ ...............  5 
2  MEASURES TO COMPE NSATE FOR LOSSES DUE  TO DAMAGE TO AGRICU LTURAL 
PRODUCTION OR MEANS OF PRODUCTION  ................................ ................................ ...... 6 
2.1  Control of Animal Diseases, Compensation for Animals, Feed etc. Destroyed as part 
of the Control Programmes for Animal Diseases  ................................ ................................ ...... 6 
3  RESEARCH  ................................ ................................ ................................ ....................  7 
3.1  Financing of Public Institutions involved in Research in Agriculture and Fisheries  ..................  7 
4  GENERAL MEASURES  ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 8 
4.1  Per mille Levy Funds and Production Levy Funds  ................................ ..............................  8 
4.2  Aid to Promote Development of Agricultural and Fishery Products  ................................ ....... 9 
4.3  Aid to Promote cultivation in line with guidelines for integrated pest management 
(IPM)  ................................ ................................ ................................ ...............................  10 
5  COMMUNITY -RELATED  PROGRAMME  ................................ ................................ ..........  12 
5.1  The Danish Rural Development Programme 2000 -2006 ................................ ...................  12 
5.1.1   Aid for Investments in Animal Welfare  ................................ ................................ ........  12 
5.1.2   Environmentally friendly farming  ................................ ................................ ...............  12 
5.2  The Danish Rural Development Programme 2007 -2013 ................................ ...................  13 
5.2.1   Innovation and development in primary agriculture and forestry ................................ .... 13 
5.2.2   Investments in biogas plants  ................................ ................................ .....................  14 
5.2.3   Innovation and development in the processing sector  ................................ ...................  15 
5.2.4   Food product quality - development/participation/marketing  ................................ .........  16 
5.2.5   Extensive production on agricultural land and conversion to organic farming  ...................  17 
5.2.6   Environmentally friendly farming  ................................ ................................ ...............  18 
5.2.7   Conversation by grazing or cuttin g on pasture and natural areas  ................................ ... 19 
5.2.8   Grants to private enterprises, etc. for wetland projects  ................................ .................  20 
5.2.9   Grants to municipal wetland projects  ................................ ................................ ..........  20 
5.2.10   Grants for municipal projects on phosphorus wetlands  ................................ ................  21 
5.2.11   Grants for state wetland projects  ................................ ................................ .............  22 
5.2.12   Grants for Natura 2000 -projects on creating natural hydrology  ................................ .... 23 
5.2.13   Nature and environment projects  ................................ ................................ .............  23 
5.2.14   Establishment of landscape and biotope -improving vegetations, including shelter 
plants  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..............................  25 
5.2.15   Plant genetic resources  ................................ ................................ ...........................  25 
5.2.16   New jobs in rural areas  ................................ ................................ ...........................  26 
5.2.17  Afforestation on private land  ................................ ................................ ...................  27 G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  5.2.18   Sustainable forestry  ................................ ................................ ...............................  28 
5.3  The Danish Rural Development Programme 2014 -2020 ................................ ...................  29 
5.3.1   Environmental Technology  ................................ ................................ ........................  29 
5.3.2  Support for investments in organic farming  ................................ ................................ . 30 
5.3.3   Organic Promotion  ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 30 
5.3.4   Organic Farming  ................................ ................................ ................................ ...... 31 
5.3.5   Preservation of pastures and nature areas  ................................ ................................ .. 32 
5.3.6   Grants to constructed wetlands  ................................ ................................ .................  33 
5.3.7   Grants to municipal wetland projects  ................................ ................................ ..........  34 
5.3.8   Grants for municipa l projects on phosphorus wetlands  ................................ .................  35 
5.3.9   Grants for state wetland projects  ................................ ................................ ...............  35 
5.3.10   Grants for Natura 2000 -projects on clearing overgrown areas and preparing for 
grazing  ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................  36 
5.3.11   Grants for Natura 2000 -projects on creating natural hydrology  ................................ .... 37 
5.3.12   Habitats for Annex IV species  ................................ ................................ ..................  38 
5.3.13   Natureprojects on organogenic land  ................................ ................................ .........  39 
5.3.14   Establishment of landscape and biotope -improving vegetations, including shelter 
plants  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..............................  39 
5.3.15   Grazing projects on farms with buffer zones  ................................ ..............................  40 
5.3.16   LEADER Measure (Local Action Groups), Danish Rural Development Programme  ............  41 
5.3.17   Afforestation on private land  ................................ ................................ ...................  42 
5.3.18   Forest for biodiversity  ................................ ................................ .............................  43 
5.3.19   Sustainable forestry  ................................ ................................ ...............................  44 
6  OTHER PROGRAMMES ................................ ................................ ................................ . 45 
6.1  Animal Welfare Programme  ................................ ................................ .........................  45 
6.2  Measures to Improve the Production of Honey  ................................ ...............................  46 
6.3  Conservation of livestock and plant genetic resources  ................................ .....................  47 
6.4  Reforestation after windthrow  ................................ ................................ ......................  48 
6.5  Grants for privately owned untouched forests  ................................ ................................  49 
6.6  Tax relief from waste water - Sugar producers  ................................ ...............................  50 
6.7  Cohesive habitats in Natura 2000 sites  ................................ ................................ ..........  51 
6.8  Grants for hedgerows and thickets  ................................ ................................ ................  52 
6.9  Compensation for land withdrawals and maintenance constructed wetlands  .......................  53 
7  FISHERIES  ................................ ................................ ................................ .................  54 
7.1  The Danish EMFF  (European Maritime and Fisheries Fund) programme 2014 -2020 .............  54 
7.1.1   Investments in the Processing for Fish Products  ................................ ..........................  54 
7.1.2   Investments on Fishing Vessels  ................................ ................................ .................  55 
7.1.3   Preparation and implementation in relation to production - and marketing plans in 
the Fisheries Sector  ................................ ................................ ................................ ...........  55 
7.1.4   LEADER Measure (Local Action Groups), Danish Maritime and Fisheries Fund  ..................  57 
7.1.5   Investment in aquaculture  ................................ ................................ ........................  57 G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  7.2  Other programmes  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..... 59 
7.2.1   International organisations in fisheries (ICES, Eurofish etc.)  ................................ .........  59 
7.2.2   Fishcare management in water courses, lakes and coastal waters  ................................ .. 59 
7.2.3   Tax relief from waste water - fish processing  ................................ ...............................  60 
7.2.4   Aid for Young Fishermen  ................................ ................................ ...........................  61 
7.2.5   Compensation for cod fishermen in the Baltic Sea  ................................ ........................  62 
8  THE MINISTRY OF H OUSING, URBAN, AND R URAL AFFAIRS  ................................ ...... 64 
 
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  1  INCOME SUPPORT  PROGRAMMES  
1.1  Refinancing  of Mortgage Loans etc. in Agricultural Holdings  
1. Title of programme  
 
Refinancing of mortgage loans etc. in agricultural holdings.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016  2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  31.3 25.8 36.7 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To ease the financing costs for farmers by rescheduling existing loans to new long -term low interest 
loans.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Act No. 372 of 1 1 July 1 988. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.24.44 . 
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
New low -interest mortgage loans (approximately 2/3 of the interest of ordinary mortgage loans) or 
indexed loans.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
The subsidy corresponds to 15 %, 25% or 30 % of the annual indexation of the loan, depending on 
the applicant's debt percentage at the time of application.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the ye ar covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
Estimates are not available.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading  corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
Estimates are not available.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Estimates are not available . Last date for application : 15 December 1 989. 
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  10. Statistical data permitting an assessment o f the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics o f production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The programme has no effects on trade.  
 
2  MEASURES  TO COMPENSATE FOR L OSSES DUE TO DAMAGE TO AGRICULTURAL 
PRODUCTION OR MEANS OF PRODUCTION  
2.1  Control  of Animal Diseases, Compensation for Animals, Feed etc. D estroyed as part of 
the Control Programmes for Animal Diseases  
1. Title of programme  
 
Control of anim al diseases, Compensation for animals, feed etc. destroyed as part of the control 
programmes for animal diseases.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK  
EU-refunds  1.2 1.5 7.5 
National financed  11.3 8.7 -1.8 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme is carried through to control serious animal diseases.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Order No. 1323 of 6 November  2015. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.32.14.10.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Grant/Refund.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
In relation to control of serious animal diseases and zoonosis compensation, the applicant's is paid 
for animals slaughtered, destructed feed etc. as part of the control programme . Partly compensation 
is paid for loss of profits due to the destruction of all the animals on a farm.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicatin g, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
The sum of National subsidy and EU -refunds.  
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  8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide informatio n on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
1/1/200 2. 
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is d esirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, whe re possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
No effect on trade.  
 
3  RESEARCH  
3.1  Financing  of Public Institutions involved in Research in Agriculture and Fisheries  
1. Title of programme  
 
Scientific policy advise on food, agriculture and fisheries  for the authorities . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2019 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  537.6  537.6 514.1 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The aim of the scientific policy advice is to promote food, agricultural and fisheries policies, regulation 
and development based on scientific knowledge with due consideration to a sustainable utilisation 
and management and the terrestrial and aquatic resources . Priority is placed on the issues of 
environment, food quality, food safety, plant and animal health and animal welfare . The advice is 
based on research carried out at universities.  
 
In 2007 the recipient Government Research Institutes was merged with Danish universities . The 
universities are now the sole recipients of the grant.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (incl uding identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.33.02.20, 24.34.10.10, 24.34.10.20, 24.34.20.20, 
24.34.20.30, 24.34.20.40 and (UM).  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
Specific universities through annual estimates.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per uni t subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
There is no relationship between the grant and production units.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification mus t clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Permanent based on annual estimates.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessm ent of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statist ics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the late st year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not applicable.  
 
4  GENERAL  MEASURES  
4.1  Per mille Levy Funds and Production Levy Funds  
1. Title of programme  
 
Per mille  Levy funds and Production Levy funds.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  288.0  300.0  300.0  
 
3.-7. Recycled revenues from Danish taxes on pesticides finance the Per mille Levy funds . The Fund 
for organic farming is also funded by national appropriations . The means from the Per mille  Levy 
funds are used partly to subsidise the different Levy funds (i.e.  professional funds) . 
 
The production Levy funds use revenues which, beside the subsidy from the Per mille Levy funds 
and fiscal production levies are used to finance activities such as  sales promotion, research, advising, 
education.  
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  Legislation on Per mille and Production Levy funds are found in Notification N597/2008 and 
Notification SA.38773 (2014/N)  and on the Danish Finance Act §24.24.51.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to  7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the no tification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The system of the Per mille  and Production Levy funds has existed since 1978 and is based on one -
year-budgeting . The budgets are approved by the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries and 
must meet all the legal requirements at both national and EU -levels . The scheme is permane nt. 
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
4.2  Aid to Promote Development  of Agricultural and Fishery Produc ts 
1. Title of programme  
 
Aid to promote development of agricultural and Fishery products.  
 
Replaced in 2010 by:  
 
Green development and demonstration programme  and other national and international research 
activities . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  192.6  166.3  128.2 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of the scheme is to promote demonstration, innovation, research and development in 
the sectors of food, agriculture and fisheries.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Act No. 1502 of 2 7 December 2 009. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.33.02. 10 and 
§24.33.02.20.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
Support may be provided for producers, companies and research institutions based on individual  
evaluation of the proposals submitted and the actual cost incurred implementing the project . Support 
is provided in accordance with EU -rules on state aid for research and development which provides 
for different aid intensities depending on the nature of the project, the project activities as well as 
the size of the recipient.  
 
Support may be repayable if  the results of the projects proves to be commercially viable and are 
exploited.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per  unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
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8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notifica tion does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearl y specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Open since 2 0 July 2 010. Ongoing scheme.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest y ear preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not applicable.  
 
4.3  Aid to Promote  cultivation in line with guidelines for integrated pest management 
(IPM)  
1. Title of programme  
 
Integrated Pest Management (IPM).  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK  
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  6.6 0.0 0.0 
 
3. The purpose of the aid is to improve the dissemination of scientific information on the use of 
pesticides to primary agricultural, horticultural and fruit producers by promoting and targeting advice 
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  The costs incurred by consultants in connection with the dissemination of scientific information and 
results of IPM to the primary producers, including expenditure on consultants' wages, on practical 
dissemination at company leve l, on publications, websites, etc. constitute eligible expenditure.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
Order No. 1798 of 23 December 2 015 on aid to promote cultivation in line  with the guidelines for 
integrated pest management (IPM)ro , Act No. 421 of 3 1 May 2 000. Appropriation on the Danish 
Finance Act §24.21.02.55.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
Grant.  
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
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7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amo unt 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full e xplanation  
Sector(s) concerned : The crop cultivation, horticulture and fruit cultivation sector . The final 
beneficiaries are primary producers.  
The costs incurred by consultants in connection with the dissemination of scientific information and 
results of IPM to the primary producers, including expenditure on consultants' wages, on practical 
dissemination at company level, on publications, websites, etc. constitute eligible expenditure.  
These advisory activities do not involve direct payments to primary pro ducers.  
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on item s 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
See the above heading.  
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
The scheme will expire on 3 1 December 2 016. 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics  are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  5  COMMUNITY -RELATED PROGRAMME  
5.1  The Danish Rural Development Programme 2000 -2006  
5.1.1   Aid for Investments in Animal Welfare  
1. Title of programme  
 
Aid for structural development in agriculture.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK  
EU-refunds  0.04 0.0 0.0 
National financed  0.03 0.0 0.0 
 
3.-7. To improve the conditions on holdings by supporting investments . Legal basis : Act No. 338 
of 17 May 2 000. Council Regulation (EC) No. 1257/1999 . 
 
To be eligible the applicant must have an agricultural education moreover the agricultural holding 
must have a need for labour of at least 833 hours per year, be in need of support and present an 
investment plan . Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act  §24.23.05. 12. and §24.23.05.10.  
 
8. For the i nformation cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2000-2006.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or det erminable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous repr esentative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.1.2   Environmentally  friendly farming  
1. Title of programme  
 
Environmentally friendly farming.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  35.2 31.1 23.7 
National financed  11.7 11.0 7.9 G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  3.-7. To encourage environmentally friendly extensive cultivation of the areas and to minimize the 
risks of pollution of the ground water resources . 
 
Permanent programme . The present budget period (EU co -financing) runs until 2006.  
 
Legal basis : Act No. 338 of 1 7 May 2 000. Council Regulation (EC) No. 1257/1999 . Appropriation on 
the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.30.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may p rovide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other t ime-limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
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10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available ; 
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The programme has no effects on  trade.  
 
5.2  The Danish  Rural Development Programme 2007 -2013  
5.2.1   Innovation  and development in primary agriculture and forestry  
1. Title of programme  
 
Innovation and development in primary agriculture and forestry.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  59.4 0.9 0.02 
National financed  0.6 0.001 0.0 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to promote sustainable agricultural enterprises and 
forest holdings through the development and application of new technologies, while also reducing 
undesirable effects on the surrounding society . Environmentally efficient technologies represent a 
growth area with considerable employment and export potential . The promotion of and support for 
knowledge exchange and incentives for using new efficient technologies to overcome environmental 
problems and initiate new production can help the agricultural, forestry and food sectors to remain 
competitive . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 316 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Program me). 
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation in 2014 and 2015 on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.12 . 
Appropriation in 2016 on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.16.  
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  8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessaril y have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are  covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production , consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for  which statistics are available ; 
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding  the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.2   Investments  in biogas plants  
1. Title of programme  
 
Investments in biogas plants.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  24.0 36.9 0.0 
National financed  21.2 32.7 0.0 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose is to promote biogas production . Agriculture serving as an energy provider has a 
positive impact on green accounts . The government will ensure the best conditions for the further 
development of agriculture´s role as an energy provider . With the initiatives presented in Green  
Growth concerning biogas and combustion of manure by 2020, th e Government expects energy 
usage to have increased from 5 % of farm yard manure in 2008 to 50 % in 2020.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Act. No. 293 of 2 7 March 2 012. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.19.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
Owners of or members of a farm household (on farm facilities) or enterprises and cooperatives 
outside agriculture (off farm facilities ; common plants) . Up to 30 % of the eligible expenses can be 
covered.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy i nformation (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
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8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corr esponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above h eading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013. The biogas programme started in 2010 and the last 
application round was in 2012.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable  that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
For the three most recent years for  which statistics are available.  
 
For a previous representative year, which, where poss ible and meaningful, should be the latest year 
preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the subsidy.  
 
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.3   Innovation and development in the processing sector  
1. Title of programme  
 
Innovation and development in the processing sector.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  1.4 0.004  0.0 
National financed  1.3 0.004  0.0 
 
3.-7. The support scheme facilitates the investments in and use of new processes and new 
technology within unprocessed agricultural products . 
 
The purpose of the support scheme is, against the background of increased competition, to promote 
higher productivity and valuable company growth . The purpose is two -fold: To promote the 
development of competitive enterprises within the food sector whilst satisfying environmental 
considerations, and to promote innovation and development within the sector as a whole, in order 
to retain and develop jobs and economic activity in  rural areas.  
 
Legal basis : Act No. 316 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.15.  
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  8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what  items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an asses sment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are av ailable ; 
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the la test year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.4   Food product quality  - development/participation/marketing  
1. Title of programme  
 
Food product quality - development/participation/marketing.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  22.5 3.5 0.0 
National financed  20.6 3.9 0.0 
 
3.-7. The support scheme supports the development of, adaptation to and sales promotion for 
special quality food products . The core of the scheme is labelling schemes for quality products . 
 
The purpose of the aid scheme is to promote the knowledge and sales of quality food products in 
order to meet consumer demand and to position qu ality food products in the global market as special 
high value products . A further aim is to create a broader range of quality -marked products, so that 
consumers have something to choose between, and producers gain a new competitive parameter.  
 
Legal basis : Act No. 316 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme) . 
EC Regulation  1698/2005.  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.17.  and §24.21.02.66.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification mus t clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
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  9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical da ta permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such inf ormation include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meanin gful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.5   Extensive production on agricultural land and conversion to organic farming  
1. Title of programme  
 
Extensive production on agricultural land and conversion to organic farming.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  3.4 3.6 0.8 
National financed  1.1 1.2 0.3 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to protect the aquatic environment, to protect and 
improve ecosystem and biotope conditions on agricultural land and to promote organic agricultural 
production . The scheme consists of two sub -schemes (can be combined for the same piece of land) . 
 
Conversion to organic agricultural production  
 
Support is given for conversion to organic farming as an annual area subsidy at a fixed support rate 
per hectare for five years . The farmer's costs in converting to organic farming are highest during the 
first two years of the conversion period . The support rate per year is therefore set at a higher level 
for the first two years than in the last three years.  
 
Extensive production on agricultural land  
 
Support is given for extensive farming as an annual area s ubsidy at a fixed support rate per hectare 
for five years . Applicants must either comply with the rules for organic agricultural production or 
undertake not to use plant protection products and to limit the use of nitrogen . Another requirement 
is for ferti lizer plans and fertilizer accounts to be prepared.  
 
Legal basis : Act No. 316 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.45.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7  above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the noti fication must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
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  9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable t hat such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possibl e and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.6   Environmentally  friendly farming  
1. Title of programme  
 
Environmentally friendly farming (extensive production on agricultural land).  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  54.4 62.8 44.6 
National financed  18.4 20.9 14.9 
 
3.-7. To encourage environmentally friendly extensive cultivation of the areas (promote 
biodiversity) and to minimize the risks of pollution of the water and environment . 
 
Permanent programme . The present budget period (EU co -financing) runs until 2020.  
 
Legal basis : Act No. 236 of 3 1 March 2 004. Council Regulation (EU) No. 1698/2005 on support for 
rural development by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) . 
 
Appropriatio n on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03. 30. 
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one headin g (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period for the present programme : 2007-2013 (some may have started in 2000 -2006) . Financial 
commitments for up to twenty years hereafter (maintenance of permanent extensification of 
wetlands).  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an ass essment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
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  b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, sho uld be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The programme has no effects on trade.  
 
5.2.7   Conversation  by grazing or cutting on pasture and natural areas  
1. Title of programme  
 
Conversation by grazing or cutting on pasture and natural areas.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  10.0 1.2 0.0 
National financed  3.4 0.4 0.0 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to protect the aquatic environment by reducing nitrogen 
and phosphorus leaching into the aquatic environment and to reduce the use of plant protection 
products . A further purpose is to protect and improve ecosystem and biotope conditions in 
agricultural and natural areas . 
 
Suppo rt is given for the conservation of pasture and natural areas in connection with grazing or 
cutting in areas that are designated in accordance with specific guidelines . Support is given as an 
annual area subsidy in accordance with five -year agreements and fixed support rates . The support 
can be targeted at special geographic areas or projects that cover large, geographically contiguous 
grasslands or natural areas.  
 
Legal basis : Act No. 316 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.30.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left  to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsi dy. 
Information on this subject is not available.  
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  5.2.8   Grants  to private enterprises, etc. for wetland projects  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants to private enterprises, etc. for wetland projects.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.3 0.4 0.4 
National financed  0.1 0.1 0.1 
 
The programme is closed to  new applicants from 3 November 2 012. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to protect and improve the aquatic environment and 
natural conditions by reducing nitrogen and phosphorus leaching into the aquatic environment and 
to reduce the use of plant protection products . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 216 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.35.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. p rovide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying  Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for  which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is  not available.  
 
5.2.9   Grants to municipal wetland projects  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants to municipal wetland projects.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  9.4 24.8 4.8 
National financed  3.1 8.3 1.6 
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  3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to protect and improve the aquatic environment and 
natural conditions by reducing nitrogen and phosphorus leaching into the aquatic environment and 
to reduce the use of plant protection products . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 216 o f 31 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.34.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production , consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding  the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.10   Grants for municipal projects on phosphorus wetlands  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for municipal projects on phosphorus wetla nds. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.7 0.0 0.9 
National financed  0.2 0.0 0.3 
 
The programme opened in April 2 012. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to protect and improve the aquatic environment and 
natural conditions by reducing phosphorus leaching into the aquatic environment . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 216 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.39.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4  under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
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  9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the ex tent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.11   Grants  for state wetland projects  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for state wetland projects.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.8 3.5 0.0 
National financed  0.2 1.2 0.0 
 
The p rogramme opened in August 2 012. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to protect and improve the aquatic environment and 
natural conditions by reducing nitrogen and phosphorus leaching into the aquatic environment and 
to reduce the use of plant prote ction products . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 216 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.29.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what  items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such inform ation include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningfu l, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.12   Grants for Natura 2000 -projects on creating natural hydrology  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for Natura 2000 -projects on creating natural hydrology.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  1.4 0.0 0.0 
National financed  0.5 0.0 0.0 
 
The programme opened in March 2 012. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to award grants to non -productive investments for the 
establishment of natural water level conditions, which may help to maintain or improve the 
conservation status of habitats and specially designated Natura 2000 -sites for hydrology . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 216 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.31.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by  which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of prod uction, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year pre ceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.13   Nature and environment projects  
1. Title of programme  
 
Nature and environment projects.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  2. Period covered by the notifi cation  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  5.9 0.0 0.0 
National financed  0.4 0.0 0.0 
 
3.-7. The purposes of the scheme are to : 
 
• Promote the environment - and nature -friendly management of agricultural land, forest 
and natural areas;  
• conserve and promote biological diversity in the Danish landscape;  
• promote the establishment and management of wetlands;  
• conserve and promote environmental, natural and cultural assets;  
• improve the recreational assets in rural areas;  
• promote animal welfare for grazing livestock in nature and landscape conservation;  
• improve the opportunities for utilising environmental, natural and cultural assets in a 
commercial context.  
The support scheme can cover several types of project, including integrated projects which also 
facilitate more than one of the above -mentioned purposes.  
 
Legal basis : Act No. 216 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.37.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this ca se, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013. 
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is  desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, w here possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
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  5.2.14   Establishment  of landscape and biotope -improving vegetations , including shelter 
plants  
1. Title of programme  
 
Establishment of landscape and biotope -improving vegetations, including shelter plants.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  9.7 0.2 0.005  
National financed  3.2 0.05 0.002  
 
The programme closed in 2016.  
 
3.-7. The establishment of landscape and biotope -improving vegetation will help to increase the 
proportion of small biotopes and improve landscape values on farms . The vegetation may both give 
favourable living conditions for the natural flora and fauna and also increase public amenity assets 
in rural areas . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 216 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.37.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statisti cs are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.15   Plant genetic  resources  
1. Title of programme  
 
Plant genetic resources.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  2.4 0.11 0.0 
National financed  0.8 0.03 0.0 G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  3.-7. The purpose of the scheme is to protect genetic plant resources by giving support for projects 
which are aimed at conserving and promoting the sustainable use of older Danish genetic plant 
resources worthy of conservation . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 316 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.40.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such  statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product( s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.16   New jobs in rural areas  
1. Title of programme  
 
New jobs in rural areas.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  90.4 21.5 12.2 
National financed  0.0 0.0 0.0 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to strengthen the structure of industry in rural areas by 
establishing new jobs in the local vicinity and to improve the quality of life in rural areas . Economic 
development in rural areas is very much about establishing a sensible link between housing and 
jobs, so that it is attractive for families with income earners to settle in areas outside the towns and 
cities. Support is given for projects which facilitates the establishment of local jobs in rural areas . 
The purpose of the support to improve the quality of life is to help to ensure that people in rural 
areas have access to a series of specific, basic services - leisure and cultural attractions and transport 
as well as information  and communication technology . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 316 of 3 1 March 2 007 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.49.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notificatio n does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable  that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possi ble and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.17   Afforestation  on private land  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for affore station on private land.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 2.6 5.8 
National financed  0.0 0.9 1.9 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to establish new private forest lands to improve water 
quality and nature by reducing the influx of nitrogen to lakes, fjords and inner seas, cf. Aquatic 
Environment Plan III . In order to achieve the above aim, support is given for the establishment of 
forest on agricultural land . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 1360 of 16 December 2 014 (Rural Development Fond), Act No. 814 of 
24 July 2000, Act No. 1177 of 8 December 2 015. 
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the  Danish Finance Act §24. 23.03.61. 
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The subsidy is paid in a single payment after the investment has been held . The investment must 
be maintained for at least 5 years for the latest date, where the afforestation must be completed . G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  The subsidy conditi ons that the area will be regulated under the Danish Forest Act and must be kept 
as forest land.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement o f the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most r ecent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.2.18   Sustainable  forestry  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for sustainable forestry - Forest Regeneration and Green Management Plan.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.5 0.1 
National financed  0.0 0.5 0.1 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to promote sustainable forest management . The 
purpose of the support scheme is pursued by subsidising investments such as converting non -native 
coniferous forest stands to native broadleaf stands or management plans to protect valuable natural 
environment in forests or . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 1360 of 16 December 2 014 (Rural Development Fond), Act No. 422 
of 15 May 2012, A ct No. 1177 of 8 December 2 015. 
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.72.02.80.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on  multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The subsidy is paid in a single payment after the investment has been held . The investments must 
be maintained for at least 5 years, beginning from the date, where the subsidy is p aid. 
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is  desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  b. For a previous representative year, which, w here possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3  The Danish Rural Development  Programme 2014 -2020  
5.3.1   Environment al Technology  
1. Title of programme  
 
Environmental Technology.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  92.7 39.8 98.5 
National financed  64.0 23.4 12.9 
 
3.-7. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy . 
 
The objective of the subsidy scheme is to allocate investments in new processes and technologies 
on agricultural holdings, and to reduce the environmental and climate impacts of primary agricultural 
production.  
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.12.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the abo ve heading . 
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2007-2013 and 2014 -2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introducti on of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  5.3.2   Support for investments  in organic farming  
1. Title of programme  
 
Support for investments in organic farming.  
 
2. Period covered by the notif ication  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  4.2 9.5 9.9 
National financed  1.4 3.2 3.3 
 
3.-7. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy . 
 
The objective is to support investments in new technologies at organic farms, to increase the organic 
area and the organic production in pig production, the livestock sector, the fruit and vegetable sector, 
crop production and the egg and poultry industry.  
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.13.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading . 
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other ti me-limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the t hree most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.3   Organic  Promotion  
1. Title of programme  
 
Organic Promotion . 
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 12.7 0.0 
National financed  9.7 1.6 0.0 
 
3.-7. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy . 
 
The purpose of the subsidy scheme is to promote the production and marketing of organic food 
through competence development in food services . Competence development aims to upgrade the 
participants' knowledge about  organic food, in particular in connection with the conversion of public 
and private kitchens to use organic food . The organic promotion scheme allows funding for projects 
on knowledge transfer in the agricultural and food sectors.  
 
Legal basis : Act No 807  of 11 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.17.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading . 
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects o f the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consump tion, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the intr oduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.4   Organic Farming  
1. Title of programme  
 
Organic farming -area support (2015 -2016) . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  78.1 179.5  267.9  
National financed  26.0 59.8 89.3 
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  3.-7. The aid is given to facilitate the conversion and improve the conditions for organic farming . 
Legal basis : Administrative Order No. 80 of 3 0 January 2 015 as amended by Administrative Order 
No. 546 of 3 1 May 2 016. Implementing EEC Regulation 1305/2013on support for rural development 
from the European  Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund (EAGGF) . Law on rural development, 
No. 766 of 19  June 2017. It is a condition that the entire holding is converted to organic farming 
within four  years from the beginning of the conversion . It is also a condition that the organic 
production on the holding is maintained for at least five years . 
 
Aid is given to:  
 
The in dividual organic farm for a five -year period . A basic subsidy of DKK 870  is paid per hectare 
each year for all organic areas both during and after conversion . On top of this DKK 1200  is paid 
during conversion to organic production per hectare each year for  two years . Additiona l premia  are 
paid to specific measures (plant production with limited fertilizer use and fruit/berries production).  
 
Conversion premium to organic farming, the total premium for five years will be DKK 7 .570 on 
average  (depending on add itional premia ). The yearly payments will be graduated with the highest 
rates during the conversion period . Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act  §24.23.03.44.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what  items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period for the present programme : 2014-2020. Financial commitments for up to five years hereafter.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however,  it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, wh ich, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The programme has no effects on trade.  
 
5.3.5   Preservation of pastures and nature areas  
1. Title of program me 
 
Preservation of pasture and nature  areas by grazing or mowing.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  25.8 44.6 68.9 
National financed  8.6 14.9 23.0 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to protect and improve ecosystem and biotope 
conditions in agricultural and natural areas in priority within Natura 2000 areas and hereby to meet 
the Natura 2000 directives obligations . G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  Support is paid for preserving pastures and nature areas by pe rforming a yearly grazi ng or mowing 
activity in areas that are designated in accordance with specific guidelines . Support is paid  as an 
annual area subsidy in accordance with five -year agreements and fixed support rates . Legal basis : 
Act No. 766 of 1 9 June 2 017 (Rural Developmen t Programme). Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 of 
the European Parliament and of the Council on support for rural development by the European 
Agricultural Fund for Rural Develo pment (EAFRD) . 
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and ma y provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020. Payments up to five years hereafter.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports a nd exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the  subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.6   Grants to constructed  wetlands  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants to constructed wetlands  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016  2017  2018  
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  0.0 0.0 0.0 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to protect and improve the aquatic environment by 
reducing nitrogen and phosphorus leaching into the aquatic environment . 
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.28.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading co rresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the su bsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.7   Grants to municipal wetland projects  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants to municipal wetland projects.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.9 0.7 3.7 
National financed  0.3 0.2 0.5 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to protect and improve the aquatic environment and 
natural conditions by reducing nitrogen and phosphorus leaching into the aquatic environment and 
to reduce the use of plant protection products . 
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.34.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this ca se, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinabl e, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a.  For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b.  For a previous representa tive year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.8   Grants for municipal projects on phosphor us wetlands  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for municipal projects on phosphorus wetlands.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.4 0.2 0.2 
National financed  0.1 0.07 0.03 
 
The programme opened in April 2 012. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to protect and improve the aquatic environment and 
natural conditions by reducing phosphorus leaching into the aquatic environment . 
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.39.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding t o each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The spec ific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and expor ts of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy  or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.9   Grants for state wetland projects  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for state wetland projects.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.3 0.2 0.5 
National financed  0.1 0.08 0.2 
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  The programme opened in August 2 012. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to protect and improve the aquatic environment and 
natural conditions by reducing nitrogen and phosphorus leaching into the aquatic environment and 
to reduce the use of plant protection products . 
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.29.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the ex tent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.10   Grants for Natura 2000 -projects on clearing overgrown areas and preparing for 
grazing  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for Natura 2000 -projects on clearing overgrown areas and preparing for grazing.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  11.4 10.3 0.06 
National financed  3.8 3.4 0.02 
 
The programme opened in August 2 011. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to award grants to non -productive investments such as 
clearance of overgrown areas and prepare for grazing, that ensures or improves  the conservation 
status of habitats and species in specially designated areas within the Natura 2000 -areas . 
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.31.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading correspondin g to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The spec ific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and expor ts of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy  or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.11   Grants for Natura 2000 -projects on creating natural hydrology  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for Natura 2000 -projects on creating natural hydrology.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.8 5.1 0.5 
National financed  0.3 1.6 0.08 
 
The programme opened in March 2 012. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to award grants to non -productive investments for the 
establishment of natural water level conditions, which may help to maintain or improve the 
conservation status of habitats and specially designated Natura 2000 -sites for hydrology . 
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.31 and 
§24.23.03.33.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Durati on of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scop e of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized  product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the la st major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.12   Habitats for Annex IV species  
1. Title of programme  
 
Habitats for Annex IV species.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.4 1.5 1.1 
National financed  0.1 0.5 0.3 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the scheme is to ensure or improve habitats of species listed in Annex IV of 
the Habitats Directive . Support under the scheme is given to projects that secures or improves the 
habitats of : Sandlizard, Northern birch mice and amphibians on th e EU's Habitats Directive Annex  IV. 
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.37.  
 
8. For the i nformation cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme was not continued after 2016.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the e xtent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics  are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  5.3.13   Natureprojects  on organogenic land  
1. Title of programme  
 
Natureprojects on organogenic land.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 2.9 5.7 
National financed  0.0 0.7 0.9 
 
The programme had the first call for applications in 2 015. No payments have been made y et. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the scheme is to convert arable, organogenic  land into permanent grass and 
discontinue drainage so that the soil becomes wet . This will enhance carbon sequestration because 
of the high carbon content in this soil type . In addition to soil carbon sequestration, GHG effects 
comprise reductions in nitr ous oxide and methane emissions . Additional benefits are reduced nitrate 
leaching and ammonia evaporation . 
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23. 03.29.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the ex tent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.14   Establishment  of landscape and biotope -improving vegetations, including shelter 
plants  
1. Title of programme  
 
Establishment of landscape and biotope -improving vegetations, including shelter plants.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  2.7 8.5 4.8 
National financed  0.9 2.8 1.6 
 
The programme closed in 2016.  
 
3.-7. The establishment of landscape and biotope -improving vegetation will help to increase the 
proportion of small biotopes and improve landscape values on farms . The vegetation may both give 
favourable living conditions for the natural flora and fauna and also increase public amenity assets 
in rural areas . 
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.37.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in  one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the t hree most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.15   Grazing projects  on farms with buffer zones  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grazing projects on farms with buffer zones . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  6.2 2.3 0.7 
National financed  2.1 0.8 0.2 
 
The programme closed in 2015.  
 
3.-7. The establishment grazing projects on farms with buffer zones will to prepare areas for grazing 
and ensure open areas as well as to protect and restore nature value of these areas . 
 
Legal basis : Act No 807 of 1 1 March 2 014 (Rural Development Programme).  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.37.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by w hich heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production , consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding  the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.16   LEADER  Measure (Local Action Groups), Danish Rural Development Programme  
1. Title of programme  
 
LEADER Measure (Local Action Groups), Danish Rural Development Programme.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  76.2 71.7 72.3 
National financed  14.5 2.4 1.7 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to strengthen rural development through two priorities : 
Job creation and improvement of the quality of life . LEADER is a local development method which 
has been used for 20 years to engage local actors in the design and delivery of strategies, decision -
making and resource all ocation for the development of their rural areas . 
The aim is to strengthen the structure of trade and industry in rural areas by establishing new jobs 
in the local vicinity and to improve the quality of life in rural areas.  
Support is given for projects th at facilitate the establishment of local jobs in small and micro 
enterprises in rural areas . The purpose of the support to improve the quality of life is to help to 
ensure that people in rural areas have access to a series of specific, basic services - leisure and 
cultural attractions and transport as well as information and communication technology.  
All projects are rural development projects initiated at the local level in order to revitalise rural areas 
and create jobs and enhance settlement.  
Legal basis : Act No. 305 of 2 9 March 2 016 (Rural Development Programme).  
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §08.35.07.10.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects o f the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consump tion, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the intr oduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
5.3.17   Afforestation on private land  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for afforestation on private land.  
Tilskud til privat skovrejsning.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  31.9 17.3 14.6 
National financed  10.6 1.7 1.7 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to establish new private forest lands to improve water 
quality and nature by reducing the influx of nitrogen to lakes, fjords and inner seas, cf. Aquatic 
Environment Plan III . In order to achieve the above aim, support is given for the establishment of 
forest on agricultural land . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 1360 of 16 December 2 014 (Rural Development Fond), Act No. 814 of 
24 July 2000, Act No. 1177 of 8 December 2 015. 
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24. 23.03.61. 
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The subsidy is paid in a single payment after the investment has been held . The investment must 
be maintained for at least 5 years for the latest date, where the afforestation must be completed . G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  The subsidy conditions that t he area will be regulated under the Danish Forest Act and must be kept 
as forest land.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the noti fying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent year s for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subje ct is not available.  
 
5.3.18   Forest for biodiversity  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for forest for biodiversity.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  9.9 0.0 0.2 
National financed  4.3 0.0 0.2 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to contribute to securing stable habitats for forest 
dwelling species, and maintain valuable natural environment in forests . The support scheme 
priorities areas and species protected by the Habitat Directive to implement the Natura 2000 p lans. 
The purpose of the support scheme is pursued by the following activities and investments such as:  
 
• Extensive forestry (activity);  
• Coppice forestry (activity);  
• Forest gracing (investment and activity);  
• Forest wetlands (investment and activity);  
• Trees for natural decay (activity);  
• Clearing of undesired growth (investment);  
• Special efforts for protected species (investment).  
Legal basis : Act No. 1360 of 16 December 2 014 (Rural Development Fond), Act No. 422 of 
15 May 2012, Act No. 1177 of 8 December 2 015. 
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24. 23.03.60. 
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, an d may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of th e subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The subsidy for investments is paid in a single payment after the investment has been held . The 
subsidy for activities is paid in ratios for a period of 5 -20 years. The investments or activities must G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  be maintained for at least 5 -20 years, beginning from the date, where the subsidy is paid or the 
activity has started.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific  
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports o f the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
5.3.19   Sustainable  forestry  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for sustainable forestry - Forest Regeneration and Green Management Plan.  
 
2. Period covered by the notificati on 
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  3.5 2.8 3.2 
National financed  1.5 2.5 2.9 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to promote sustainable forest management . The 
purpose of the support scheme is pursued by subsidising investments such as converting non -native 
coniferous forest stands to native broadleaf stands or management plans to protect valuable natural 
environment in forests or . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 1360 of 16 December 2 014 (Rural Development Fond), Act No. 422 of 
15 May 2012, Act No. 1177 of 8 December 2 015. 
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24. 23.03.60. 
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to e ach item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The subsidy is paid in a single payment after the investment has been held . The investments must 
be maintained for at least 5 years,  beginning from the date, where the subsidy is paid.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possib le, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are availab le; G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
6  OTHER PROGRAMMES  
6.1  Animal  Welfare Programme  
1. Title of programme  
 
Animal welfare programme.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  9.7 12.2 13.9 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The programme supports animal welfare organizations and animal shelters rescuing and helping 
abandoned, abused, mistreated and distressed animals in need for care . Another part of the 
programme supports campaigns educating and informing the public  and animal owners how to treat 
and take care of animals (not productions animals) . The aim is to improve the well -being and health 
of animals in Denmark.  
 
The programme is provided as a grant where applicants apply for a specific project or veterinary 
costs, animal transport costs or other operating costs.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Legal basis : Danish Finance Act § 24.21.02.30.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Grant . Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.21.02.30 . 
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
Animal welfare organizations and animal shelters.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the av erage subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
Subsidy per unit diverse from one round of applica tions to another round of applications . And it 
diverse from one beneficiary to another beneficiary.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, a nd may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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  9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any  other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The programme can be applied on an annual basis covering one year projects.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature  and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the s ubsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or precedi ng the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
6.2  Measures to Improve the Production of Honey  
1. Title of programme  
 
Measures to improve the production of honey.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  1.1 1.1 1.1 
National financed  1.1 1.1 1.1 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Improving general conditions for the production and marketing of apiculture products in Denmark in 
accordance to national programme laid down for three years period - the current programme is for 
the period 1/8/2016 -31/7/2019 . 
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Art. 55 -57 Regulation No 1308/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council, and Commission 
Delegated Regulation 2015/1366 and Commission Implementing Regulation 2015/1368 for the 
current programme.  
 
Administrative Order No. 484 of 2 5 May 2 016. 
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Grants to specific projects for three years periods ; for the period 1/ 8/2016-31/7/2019. 
 
Total for the period DKK 7 .8 Mio.  
 
Equal t o approximately DKK 2 .6 Mio. per  year in 201 7, 2018 and 201 9. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.21.02.20.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
Aarhus University, Department of Agroecology, Entomology and Plant Pathology, the Danish 
Beekeepers' Association (Danmarks Biavlerforening), Association of Commercial Beekeepers 
(Erhvervsbiavlerne) an d DanHoney.  
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  7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in t he previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
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8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Three -year periods 1/8/2016-31/7/2019.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of prod uction, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year pre ceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The programme has no effect on trade.  
 
6.3  Conservation of livestock  and plant genetic resources  
1. Title of programme  
 
Conservation of native livestock and plant genetic resources.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  2.6 2.7 3.4 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose is to conserve and sustainably manage plant and native livestock genetic resources, 
including the native brown bee population . The genetic resources are of Danish origin or of value to 
Danish agriculture . This is among others to fulfil Danish obligations accordi ng to international 
agreements in the area (International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture 
and Global Plan o f Action for Animal Genetic Resources) . The Danish conservation work on native 
livestock is concentrated on breeds in risk  of extinction, which are often kept by small -scale farmers.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Administrative Order No. 1363 of 2 4 November 2 016, Order No. 30 of 4 January 2017, Order No. 520 
of 2016  and Order No. 1363 of 1 9 December 2 012. G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.21.02.35.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc .) 
 
Grant.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
Breeders, breeder associations, companies, producer associations, organizations, consultants, 
research or knowledge c entres through a fixed amount per unit or through grants to approved 
documented expenses.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average su bsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
The annual amount budgeted for subsidy is dependent on the  annual appropriation on the Danish 
Finance Act . See payments in table above.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide informa tion on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what ite ms are covered by which heading  
 
N.A. 
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Annual or grants of three years.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ) 
 
a. For the three most recent y ears for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
6.4  Reforestation after  windthrow  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for reforestation after windthrow.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  0.0 0.0 9.2 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to support reforestation after major windthrows on 
private lands in a way that secures robust forests for the future . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 776 of 1 9 June 2 017. G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § Act §24.54.30 . 
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one  heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme is open from 2017 until 2026 . The subsidy is paid as a one off compensation . The 
restrictions attached to the grant are permanent.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and e xports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the sub sidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
6.5  Grants for privately  owned untouched forests  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for privately owned untouched forests.  
 
Tilskud til privat urørt skov.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016  2017  2018  
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  0.0 0.0 9.2 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to improve the biodiversity of privately owned forests 
by allowing forest to develop without human interference . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 776 of 1 9 June 2 017. 
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.54.30.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered b y which heading  
 
See the above heading.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme is open from 2017 until 2026 . The subsidy is paid as a one off compensation . The 
restrictions attached to the grant are permanent.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible,  relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
6.6  Tax relief  from  waste water - Sugar producers  
1. Title of programme  
 
Relief from waste water tax/Sugar production  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  1.0 1.4 1.5 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of the scheme is to contribute to a high overall reduction of the discharge of pollutants, 
more specifically nitrogen, phosphorus and organic materials.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The legal basis consists of the original consolidation act. No. 636 of 2 1 August 1 998 and two acts 
changing the original act - act. No 524 of 1 7 June 2 008 and act No. 522 of 1 2 June 2 009. 
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Tax relief.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
Companies active in the sectors of fish processing, cellulose or sugar production, and registered in 
accordance with the VAT Law, qualify for an 80 % refund of the tax paid . Companies active in the 
sectors of organic pigment, pectin and vitamin production, and registered in accordance with the 
VAT Law, qualify for a 70 % refund of the tax paid . The refund only applies to the part of the tax paid 
exceeding DKK 30  000 ( € 4 020) annually and only where at least 80 % of the fee is attributa ble to 
the activities mentioned above . No other differentiation between companies applies.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average su bsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
The annual budget is DKK 1 .7 million , the total budget is DKK 17 million  over the duration of the 
scheme . The aid is a tax reduction of maximum 80 % of the waste water tax . The duration is from 
31 July 2 012 to 3 1 December 2 021. 
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notifica tion does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearl y specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The duration of present programme : 31 July 2 012 to 3 1 December 2 021. 
 
10. Statistical da ta permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such inf ormation include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b.  For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
6.7  Cohesive habitats  in Natura 2000 sites  
1. Title of programme  
 
Cohesive  habitats in Natura 2000 sites.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016  2017  2018  
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  0.0 0.0 0.0 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to support establishment of cohesive areas and provide 
buffer zones around specific habitats . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 1122 of 3th October 2 018. 
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.52.02.44.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does no t necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify wh at items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme is open in 2018 and 2019 . The subsidy is paid as a one off compensation . The restrictions 
attached to the grant are permanent.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statist ics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available . 
 
6.8  Grants for hedgerows and thickets  
1. Title of programme  
 
Grants for hedgerows and thickets.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016  2017  2018  
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  0.0 0.0 1.5 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the grant is to support and restore biodiversity in the open land through 
corridors, by planting hedgerows and thickets with flowering trees and bushes . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 885 of 28th June 2 017. 
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.52.02.85.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information o n items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme is open in 2017, 2018 and 2019 . The subsidy is paid as a on off payment . The 
investments must be maintained for at least 5 years, beginning from the date, where the subsidy is 
paid. 
 
10. Statistical data permitting an ass essment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
6.9  Compensation for land withdrawal s and maintenance constructed wetlands  
1. Title of programme  
 
Compensati on for land withdrawals and maintenance for constructed wetlands . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016  2017  2018  
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  0.0 0.0 0.0 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of the support scheme is to provide compensation for land withdrawals and maintenance 
in relation to the implementation of constructed wetlands, which has the purpose to protect and 
improve the aquatic environment by reducing nitrogen and phosphoru s leaching into the aquatic 
environment  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Form of the subsidy : Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.08.10.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
To applicants who has achieved a subsidy grant under the rural development scheme "grants for 
constructed wetlands ", mostly producers.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted f or that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
Subsidies are given as a fixed amount per hectare depending on the type of land withdrawn and 
maintenance . The subsidy is given under the de minimis rules (Commission Regulation (EU) 
nr. 2019/316) . 
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the not ification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must c learly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The duration of present programme : 2018 to 2020 . G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  10. Statistical data permitting an  assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include  
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
7  FISHERIES  
7.1  The Danish  EMFF (European Maritime and Fisheries Fund) programme 2014 -2020  
7.1.1   Investments  in the Processing for Fish Products  
1. Title of programme  
 
Investments in the Processing for Fish Products  in SME 's. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.7 4.4 5.6 
National financed  0.2 1.5 2.8 
 
3.-7. Development of the processing industry in order to encourage innovative investments . 
 
Legal basis : Consolidation Act No. 19 of 4 January 2 017, Executive Order No. 91 of 2 5 January 2 017 
and Executive Order No. 873 of 2 7 June 2 017. 
 
EC Regulation 508/2014.  
 
The subsidy amounts to 30 % of the eligible investment maximum, of which 75 % derives from the 
EMFF and 25 % derives from the Danish state.  
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §06.53.30.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the ex tent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
7.1.2   Investments on Fishing Vessels  
1. Title of programme  
 
Investments on fishing vessels.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  24.8 20.1 9.9 
National financed  8.3 11.6 10.5 
 
3.-7. The aim of this measure is to modernise fishing vessels in order to contribute the development 
of a sustainable, viable and competitive fishing industry . 
 
Legal basis : Executive Order No. 91 of 2 5 January 2 017, as amended by Executive Order No. 873 
of 27 June 2 017. 
 
EC Regulation 508/2 014. 
 
Subsidy commitments amount to 50 % (2015) and 40 % (2016) of the investment if it concerns the 
landing obligation, coastal fisheries or young fishermen . For all other projects the level of support 
amounts to 30 %. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §06.53.30.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which sta tistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not avail able. 
 
7.1.3   Preparation and implementation in relation to production - and marketing plans  in 
the Fisheries Sector  
1. Title of programme  
 
Preparation and implementation in relation to production - and marketing plans . G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK  
EU-refunds  7.8 0.0 2.2 
National financed  2.6 0.0 0.7 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of the scheme is to support preparation and implementation in relation to production - 
and marketing  plans.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Legal basis : Executive Order No. 497 of 3 0 May 2 016, EC Regulation 508/2014.  
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §06.53.30.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
Producer Organisations.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit  subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
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8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent he ading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Programme period : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope o f such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized pr oduct(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
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  7.1.4   LEADER  Measure (Local Action Groups), Danish Maritime and Fisheries Fund  
1. Title of programme  
 
LEADER Measure (Local Action Groups), Danish Maritime and Fisheries Fund.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK  
EU-refunds  0.0 4.1 9.5 
National financed  0.0 2.6 5.5 
 
3.-7. The aim of this measure is to encourage local initiatives to develop small business and 
infrastructure and to protect cultural heritage in areas where fisheries used to be an important 
industry . 
 
Legal basis : Act No. 19 of 4 January 2 017. 
 
Form of subsidy : Grant 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §08.35.08.10.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an indepe ndent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which headin g 
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumpti on, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introd uction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
7.1.5   Investment in aquaculture  
1. Title of programme  
 
Investments in aquaculture.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016  2017  2018  
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  4.4 14.0 18.3 
National financed  1.5 4.7 6.1 
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The aim is to establish or develop aquaculture plants to increase aquaculture production and promote 
an environmentally sustainable, resource -efficient and competitive aquaculture sector.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Legal basis : Consolidation Act No. 19 of 4 January 2 017. Executive Ord er No. 1752 of 
16 December  2016, as amended by Executive Order No. 91 of 2 5 January 2 017, Executive Order 
No. 645 of 6 June 2 017 and Executive order No. 873 of 2 7 June 2 017. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §06.53.30.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Grant . 
 
The program supports productive investments in aquaculture.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuatin g amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
Aquacultur e enterprises or entrepreneurs entering the industry who, through investments, want to 
establish or develop aquaculture production.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, th e total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or  both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
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8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one he ading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present programme : 2014-2020. 
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the ext ent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics a re available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  7.2  Other programmes  
7.2.1   International  organisations in fisheries (ICES, Eurofish etc .) 
1. Title of programme  
 
Support for office expenses (rent).  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  5.7 7.1 7.3 
 
3.-7. Support for office expenses (rent) to support international organisations in fisheries (ICES - 
International Council for the Exploration of the Sea, Eurofish etc .). 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §06.55.50.10. and §06.55.50.20.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. pr ovide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing programme.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the exten t 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are  available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
7.2.2   Fishcare management  in water courses, lakes and coastal waters  
1. Title of programme  
 
Support for Fish Care Management in Water Courses, Lakes and Coastal Waters.  
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  26.3 25.8 25.7 
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  3.-7. Support for fishcare management in water courses, lakes and coastal waters . 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §06.55.40.10. (of which a part is transferred to the separate 
measure on restoration of watercourses, and therefore not included in this paragraph).  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing measure.  
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying  Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this s ubject is not available.  
 
7.2.3   Tax relief from waste water - fish processing  
1. Title of programme  
 
Relief from waste water tax - fishing industry . 
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016 2017 2018 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed  7.0 9.5 10.2 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of the scheme is to contribute to a high overall reduction of the discharge of pollutants, 
more specifically nitrogen, phosphorus and orga nic materials.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Legal basis : Consolidation Act No. 636 of 2 1 August 1 998, as amended by Act No. 524 of 
17 June 2008, Act No. 522 of 1 2 June 2 009 and lastly by Consolidation Act No. 1322 of 
11 November  2016. 
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Tax relief.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined  
 
Companies active in the sectors of fish processing, cellulose or sugar production, and registered in 
accordance with the VAT Law, qualify for an 80 % refund of the tax  paid. Companies active in the 
sectors of organic pigment, pectin and vitamin production, and registered in accordance with the 
VAT Law, qualify for a 70 % refund of the tax paid . The refund only applies to the part of the tax paid 
exceeding DKK 30  000 (4 0 20 €) annually and only where at least 80 % of the fee is attributable to 
the activities mentioned above . No other differentiation between companies applies.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount  
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the year covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full expl anation  
 
The total budget is DKK 74 ,285,000 . The duration is from 9 April 2 014 to 3 1 December 2 021. 
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and /or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The duration of present programme : 9 April 2 014 to 3 1 December 2 021. 
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature  and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the s ubsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or precedi ng the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  
 
7.2.4   Aid for Young  Fishermen  
1. Title of programme  
 
Aid for Young Fishermen.  
 
2.  Period covered by the notification  
 
The total amount covered by the scheme is 10.0 mio . DKK 2017 -2019.  
 
 2017  2018   
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0  
National financed  0.000 1.654  
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The aim is to help young fishermen to buy their first vessel or a share of a vessel.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Legal basis : Executive Order No. 898 of 2 9 June 2 017 as amended by executiv e order No. 793 of 1 8 
June 2 018. Additionally, the legal basis consists of Executive Order No. 41 of 3 January 2 017. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §06.52.51.  
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined . 
 
The subsidy is given to young fishermen, who are first time buyers of a fishing vessel.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the ye ar covered by the notification, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation.  
 
The grand is up to DKK 500 ,000 per. applicant.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of present program : 3 July 2 017 - 1 October 2 019. 
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of th e subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption , imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduc tion of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
No significant effect on trade.  
 
7.2.5   Compensation  for cod fishermen in the Baltic Sea  
1. Title of the program  
 
Compensation to Cod Fishermen in the Baltic Sea (National de minimis).  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
 
 2016  2017  2018  
 Mio. DKK 
    
National financed  0.0 17.6 6.1 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The aim is to compensate fishermen for lost earnings in relation to the quota reduction for cod in 
the Baltic Sea in 2017 and 2018.  
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Legal basis : Executive order No. 452 of 1 1 May 2 07, amended by executive order No. 1112 of 
30 August 2 018. 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §06.53.10 . 
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
6. To whom and how the subsidy is provided (whether to producers, to exporters, or others ; 
through what mechanism ; whether a fixed or fluctuating amount per unit ; if the latter, how 
determined . 
 
Compensation to cod fishermen for lost earnings in the Baltic Sea 2017 and 2018.  
 
7. Subsidy per unit, or in cases w here this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy (indicating, if possible, the average subsidy per unit in the previous year) . 
Where provision of per unit subsidy information (for the year covered by the notificati on, for the 
previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation  
 
The grand is up to ca . DDK 223 ,500 per. applicant and minimum DDK 5 ,000.  
 
8. For the information cited in items 3 to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an ind ependent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading) . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which hea ding 
 
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9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Period of subsidy scheme : 2017-2018. 
 
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific  
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports o f the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
a. For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is not available.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  8  THE MINISTRY  OF HOUSING, URBAN, AND RURAL AFFAIRS  
1. Title of programme  
Small island support scheme.  
2. Period  covered by the notification  
 2017  2018  2019  
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds  0.0 0.0 0.0 
National 
financed  Grants  4.0 4.3 5.0 (estimate)  
Loans  1.8 1.9 
 
3. Policy  objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To sustain and support the local communities of the 27 smaller and populated islands:  
 
Aarø, Agersø, Anholt, Askø (including Lilleø) Avernakø, Baagø, Barsø, Birkholm, Bjørnø, Drejø, 
Egholm, Endelave, Fejø, Femø, Fur, Hjarnø, Hjortø, Lyø, Mandø, Nekselø, Omø, Orø, Sejerø, Skarø, 
Strynø, Tunø, and Venø.  
4. Backg round and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation  under 
which it 's granted ) 
Ministry of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs . Legal basis : Act No. 787 of 2 1 June 2 007 as 
amended by Act No. 1336 of 1 9 December 2 008, and Act No. 628 of 9 June 2 016. 
5-7. The policy objective of the support scheme is to sustain the population on the aforementioned 
27 islands . Although the primary objective of the subsidy is to preserve existing and establish new 
workplaces, a wide range of projects and activities are supported . The subsidy is mainly awarded to 
projects intending to establish or expand existing production -, processing -, service -, and tourism -
related businesses, cultural activities, and projects sus taining social life in the island communities 
(e.g. restoration of village halls) . Anyone, including local authorities,  individuals, organizations, 
institutions and businesses , can apply for the subsidy . The conditions for support are set forth in 
applicat ion-guidelines issued bi -annually by the Danish Business Authority . The subsidy can be 
awarded to specific projects as either a grant or interest -free loan . Loans are given to private 
applicants and businesses which are deemed capable of profiting from the  investments made using 
the funds.  
8. For the information cited in items 5  to 7 above, the notification does not necessarily have to 
have an independent heading corresponding to each item, and may provide information on multiple 
items in one heading (e.g. provide information on items 3 and 4 under one heading . In this case, 
the notification must clearly specify what items are covered by which heading  
 
See the above heading.  
 
9. Duration  of the subsidy and/or any other time -limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Permanent scheme . Loans are awarded as interest -free 10 year loans, which are installment free for 
the initial three years . Grants are to be used in line  with the conditions for support, generally within 
a project period of one year.  
 
10. Statistical data  permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the extent 
possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information include 
statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
a. For the three most recent years for w hich statistics are available;  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.7  
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  b. For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Information on this subject is n ot available.  
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