G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7  
 
10 May 2016  
(16-2567)  Page: 1/49  
Committee on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures  Original: English  
 
 SUBSIDIES 
NEW AND FULL NOTIFICATION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE XVI:1  
OF THE GATT 1994 AND ARTICLE 25 OF THE AGREEMENT  
ON SUBSIDIES AND COUNTERVAILING MEASURES 
EUROPEAN UNION 
Addendum 
The following addendum to the notification of the European Union relates to subsidy programmes 
of Denmark . 
 
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  DENMARK  
 
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS 
 
1   INCOME SUPPO RT PROGRAMMES ................................................................................ 4  
1.1   Refinancing of Mortgage Loans etc. in Agricultural Holdings ............................................. 4  
2   STRUCTURAL PROGRAMMES ........................................................................................ 5  
2.1   Reparcelling .............................................................................................................. 5  
3   MEASURES TO COMPENSATE FOR LOSSES DUE TO DAMAGE TO 
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION OR  MEANS OF PRODUCTION ............................................. 6  
3.1   Control of Animal Diseases, Compensation  for Animals, Feed etc. Destroyed as part 
of the Control Programmes for Animal Diseases..................................................................... 6  
4   RESEARCH .................................................................................................................. . 7 
4.1   Financing of Public Institutions involved in Research in Agriculture and Fisheries ................. 7  
5   GENERAL MEASURES ................................................................................................... 8  
5.1   Per mille Levy Funds an d Production Levy Fund s ............................................................ 8  
5.2   Aid to Promote Development of Agricultural and Fi shery Prod ucts ..................................... 9  
5.3   Aid to Promote cultivation in line with guidelines for integrated pest management 
(IPM) ......................................................................................................................... .... 10 
6   COMMUNITY-RELAT ED PROGRAMME ......................................................................... 12  
6.1   The Danish Rural Deve lopment Programme  2000 - 2006 ................................................ 12 
6.1.1   Aid for Investme nts in Animal  Welfare ...................................................................... 12 
6.1.2   Environmentally friendly farming .............................................................................. 13 
6.1.3   Orga nic Farm ing .................................................................................................... 13 
6.1.4   Promotion of Adjustment and Development in  Rural Areas ........................................... 15 
6.2   The Danish Rural Deve lopment Programme  2007 - 2013 ................................................ 15 
6.2.1   Innovation and development in primary agriculture and forestry ................................... 15 
6.2.2   Investments in biogas plants ................................................................................... 16 
6.2.3   Innovation and development in the processing sector .................................................. 18 
6.2.4   Food product quality - de velopment/particip ation/mark eting ........................................ 18 
6.2.5   Aid scheme to benefit le ss-favoured agricu ltural areas ................................................ 19 
6.2.6   Extensive production on agricultural  land and conversion to organic farming .................. 20 
6.2.7   Conversation by grazing or cutting on pasture and natura l areas .................................. 21 
6.2.8   Grants for establishmen t and management of wetlands ............................................... 22 
6.2.9   Grants to private enterprises, etc. for wetland projects ................................................ 23 
6.2.10   Grants to muni cipal wetland projects ...................................................................... 24 
6.2.11   Grants for municipal projects on phosphorus wetlands ............................................... 24 
6.2.12   Grants for state wetland projects ............................................................................ 25 
6.2.13   Grants for municipal projects for restoration of fr eshwater systems ............................. 26 
6.2.14   Grants for outdoor facilities associated with ancient monuments and protected 
areas ......................................................................................................................... .... 27 G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  6.2.15   Grants for Natura 2000-projects on clearing overgrown areas and preparing for 
grazing ........................................................................................................................... 28 
6.2.16   Grants for Natura 2000-proje cts on creating na tural hydr ology ................................... 29 
6.2.17   Establishment of set-aside border strips .................................................................. 30 
6.2.18   Nature and en vironment pr ojects ........................................................................... 30 
6.2.19   Establishment of landscape and biotope-improving vegetations, including shelter 
plants ........................................................................................................................ .... 31 
6.2.20   Plant ge netic reso urces ......................................................................................... 32 
6.2.21   New jobs in rural areas ......................................................................................... 33 
6.2.22   Good quality of life in rural areas, leisure and culture ................................................ 34 
7   OTHER PROGRAMMES ................................................................................................ 35  
7.1   Measures to Improve the Production  of Honey .............................................................. 35 
8   FISH ERIES ................................................................................................................ 36 
8.1   Restructuring of the Fishing Fleet ................................................................................ 36 
8.2   Fishing from the Coast (hauling up vessels) .................................................................. 37 
8.3   Investments in the Proc essing for Fish  Products ............................................................ 38 
8.4   Aqua-e nvironme nt .................................................................................................... 39 
8.5   Fishing Port Facilities ................................................................................................. 39 
8.6   Market  Promot ion ..................................................................................................... 40 
8.7   Aid for Young Fishermen ............................................................................................ 41 
8.8   Modernization of Fishing Vessels ................................................................................. 42 
8.9   Processing of Fish, Innovation, Resear ch and Development in the Fisheries Sector ............. 43 
8.10   Innovative Measures and Oper ations by Member s of the Trade ...................................... 44 
8.11   Pilot Projects ......................................................................................................... . 45 
8.12   Aquatic Fa una and Flora .......................................................................................... 46 
8.13   Fisher ies Ar eas ....................................................................................................... 47 
9   GUARANTEE SCHEME FOR SMALL CARGO SHIPS ........................................................ 47  
10   THE MINISTRY OF HOUSING,  URBAN, AND RURAL AFFAIRS ................................... 48  
 
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1  INCOME SUPPORT PROGRAMMES 
1.1  Refinancing of Mortgage Loans etc. in Agricultural Holdings 1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Refinancing of mortgage loans etc. in agricultural holdings. Refinansieringsordningen for landbruget. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed 34.8 33.6 31.3 
 
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 11 July 1988. 
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 th e 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 year 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 1989. 
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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. 
 2  STRUCTURAL PROGRAMMES 
2.1  Reparcelling 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Reparcelling. 
Jordfordeling.  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.1 0.0 0.0 
National financed 0.2 0.0 0.0 
 
3.-7. The aim is to improve rounding off, structure, nature or environmental conditioning for the 
holdings. Legal basis: Act No. 338 of 17 May 2000. Council Regulation (EC) No. 1257/1999. 
The State subsidizes the projects 100%. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act 
§ 24.23.03.55 
 
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: 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 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. 
 
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  3  MEASURES TO COMPENSATE FOR LOSSES DUE TO DAMAGE TO AGRICULTURAL 
PRODUCTION OR MEANS OF PRODUCTION 
3.1  Control of Animal Diseases, Compensation  for Animals, Feed etc. Destroyed as part 
of the Control Programmes for Animal Diseases 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Control of animal diseases, Compensation for animals, feed etc. destroyed as part of the control 
programmes for animal diseases. 
Erstatninger ved nedslagning af dyr og andre udgifter ved bekæmpelsesforanstaltninger.   2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.0 2.8 4.6 
National financed 0.8 0.4 0.7 
 
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. 432 of 9 June 2004. 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 (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 
 The sum of National subsidy and EU-refunds. 
 
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 
 1/1/2002. 
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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. 
 
No effect on trade. 
 4  RESEARCH 
4.1  Financing of Public Institutions involv ed in Research in Ag riculture and Fisheries 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Scientific policy advise on food, agriculture and fisheries. 
Forskningsbaseret myndighedsbetjening.  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed 603.5 599.4 581.9 
 
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 kn owledge 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 Institut es was merged with Danish universities. The 
universities are now the sole recipients of the grant.  
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted) 
 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.33.03. 
 
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. 
 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 unit 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. 
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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 
 
Permanent based on annual estimates. 
 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. 
 
Not applicable. 
 5  GENERAL MEASURES 
5.1  Per mille Levy Funds and Production Levy Funds 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Per mille Levy funds and Production Levy funds. 
Promille - og produktionsafgiftsfonde. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed 225.7 263.0 291.0 
 
3.-7. Recycled revenues from Danish taxes on pe sticides 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 etc. in accordance with Code No. 818, Article 7. 
 Legislation on Per mille and Prod uction Levy funds are found in No tification N597/2008 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 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 system of the Per mille and Production Le vy 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 
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.  
5.2  Aid to Promote Development of Agricultural and Fishery Products 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Aid to promote development of agricultural and Fishery products. 
Lov om fremme af innovation, forskning og udvikling m.v. 
 
Replaced in 2010 by: 
 Green development and demonstration programme. Lov om tilskud til Grønt Udviklings- og Demonstrationsprogram 
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed 225.9 222.7 174.4 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy 
 
The purpose of the scheme is to promote demonstr ation, 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. 421 of 31 May 2000. Annual estimates on the on the Finance Ac t § 24.23.17.10 until 2009. 
(Was replaced by the Green Development and Demonstration Programme – see below.) Act No. 1502 of 27 December 2009. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.33.02.  
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 
 
Support may be provided for producers, companies and research institutions based on individual 
evaluation of the proposals submitted and the ac tual 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 
 Average subsidy per recipient Mio. DKK:  2012   2013   2014 
0.9     1.0     1.3 
 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 
 7 May 2001 to 20 July 2010. 
20 July 2010.  
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. 
 
Not applicable.  5.3  Aid to Promote cultivation in line with guidelines for integrated pest management 
(IPM) 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Integrated Pest Management (IPM). 
Integreret plantebeskyttelse (IPM).  G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed 6.6 6.7 6.6 
 
3. The purpose of the aid is to improve the disse mination of scientific information on the use of 
pesticides to primary agricultural, horticultural and fruit producers by promoting and targeting advice on cultivation in line with the guidelines for integrated pest management (IPM).  
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. 
 
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted) 
 Order no. 409 of 21 April 2010 on aid to promote cultivation in line with the guidelines for integrated pest management (IPM)ro ,Act No. 421 of 31 May 2000. 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 
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 
 
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 producers.  
 
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 will expire on 31 December 2015. 
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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. 
 6  COMMUNITY-RELATED PROGRAMME 
6.1  The Danish Rural Development Programme 2000 - 2006 
6.1.1  Aid for Investments in Animal Welfare 1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Aid for structural development in agriculture. Støtte til jordbrugets strukturudvikling (Reservationsbev).  
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.6 0.8 0.0 
National financed -0.2 0.8 0.0 
 
3.-7. To improve the conditions on holdings by supporting investments. Legal basis: Act No. 338 
of 17 May 2000. 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. 
 
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: 2000 - 2006. 
The programme has stopped.  
 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): 
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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. 
 6.1.2  Environmentally friendly farming 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Environmentally friendly farming. Miljøvenlige jordbrugsforanstaltninger. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 29.2 35.9 23.3 
National financed 23.9 29.4 19.0 
 
3.-7. To encourage environmentally friendly extens ive 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 17 May 2000. 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 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 
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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): 
 For the three most recent years for which statistics are available. For a previous representative year, which, wher e 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.  
6.1.3  Organic Farming 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Organic farming. 
Økologisk jordbrug.  G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 8.5 0.0 0.0 
National financed 6.9 0.0 0.0 
 
3.-7. The aid is given to facilitate the transition and improve the conditions for organic farming. 
Legal basis: Administrative Order No. 881 of 11 December 1998 as amended by 
Administrative Order No. 883 of 31 October 2002. Implementing EEC Regulation 1257/99 
and Title 2, Chapter VI, Art. 22-24 in Council Regulation 1257/1999 on support for rural 
development from the European Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund (EAGGF). Law 
on rural development, No. 338 of 17 May 2000. 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 individual organic farm for a five-year period. A general premium of DKK 600 Continuing organic cultivation and DKK 450 during conversion to organic Production (two years) is paid per 
hectare each year. Additional premia are paid to specific measures (to convert the organic pig and 
grain production) or to areas within the environmentally sensitive agricultural areas.  
New Measure (2004): Extensive production on agricultural land: 
 The purpose is to encourage the environmental as pects by excluding the use of plant protection 
products and limiting the use of nitrogen fertilizer and livestock manure. Support will be granted 
for cultivated areas during a five-year commitment period. There will be a possibility of continuation after ending the five-year commitm ent period. The scheme will be open for both 
organic farmers and traditional farmers. 
 
Conversion premium to organic farming, the total premium for five years w ill be 2.600. The yearly 
payments will be graduated with the highest rates during the conversion period. 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 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: 2000-2006. 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): 
 For the three most recent years for which statistics are available; 
 
For a previous representative year, which, wher e 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. G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  6.1.4  Promotion of Adjustment and Development in Rural Areas 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Promotion of adjustment and development in rural areas. 
Fremme af tilpasningen og udviklingen af landdistrikter. 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.5 0.5 -0.9 
National financed 0.5 0.5 -0.9 
 
3.-7. To limit migration from the rural districts through the creation of alternative/supplementing 
jobs, of an attractive environment for business conditions and for the general living 
conditions. 
 
Act No. 338 of 17 May 2000. Council Regulation (EC) 1257/1999. 
 
Subsidies are granted to public authorities, non-profit associations and agricultural holdings carrying out projects in the rural areas. A subsidy of up to 50% of incurred eligible cost is granted. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.23.03.25. 
 
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: 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 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, wher e 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.  
6.2  The Danish Rural Development Programme 2007 - 2013 
6.2.1  Innovation and development in  primary agriculture and forestry 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Innovation and development in primary agriculture and forestry. 
Innovation og udvikling i primært jordbrug og skovbrug.  G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 142.6 141.3 154.5 
National financed 36.4 35.6 55.4 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to pr omote 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 co nsiderable employment and export potential. 
The promotion of and support for knowledge exch ange 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 31 March 2007 (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 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): 
 For the three most recent years for which statistics are available. 
For a previous representative year, which, wher e 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. 
 6.2.2  Investments in biogas plants 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Investments in biogas plants. 
Investeringer i biogas anlæg. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.6 2.0 16.5 
National financed 0.6- 2.0 16.5 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy 
 The purpose is to promote biogas production. Ag riculture serving as an energy provider has a 
positive impact on green accounts. The government will ensure the best conditions for the further G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  development of agriculture´s role as an energy  provider. With the initiatives presented in 
Green Growth concerning biogas and combustion of manure by 2020, the 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 27. March 2012. 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.  
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 
 
Total budget for biogas Plants in the years 2010-2012 is 285 mio. DKK. There is no data available 
on previous payments as most payments will be made in 2014-15. 
 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. 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, wher e 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/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  6.2.3  Innovation and developm ent in the processing sector 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Innovation and development in the processing sector. 
Innovation og udvikling i forarbejdningssektoren. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 3.3 1.7 0.8 
National financed 3.3 1.7 0.8 
 
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 31 March 2007 (Rural Development Programme). Form of the subsidy: Grant. 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.23.03.15. 
 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): 
 For the three most recent years for which statistics are available. For a previous representative year, which, wher e 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.  
6.2.4  Food product quality - de velopment/participation/marketing 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Food product quality - development/participation/marketing. 
Fødevarekvalitet - udvikling/ deltagelse/markedsføring. 
 G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 12.0 17.4 27.7 
National financed 12.0 17.4 27.7 
 
3.-7. The support scheme supports the developmen t 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 quality 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 31 March 2007 (Rural Development Programme). EC 
Regulation 1698/2005. 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: 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): 
 
For the three most recent years for which statistics are available; 
For a previous representative year, which, wher e 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.  
6.2.5  Aid scheme to benefit le ss-favoured agricultural areas 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Aid scheme to benefit less-favoured agricultural areas. 
Tilskud til jordbrugere på visse små-øer. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 5.5 0.63 11.2 
National financed 4.5 0.57 9.2 
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  3.-7. Land support for farmers on 31 small and medium-sized islands with handicaps. 
 
The purpose of the scheme is to provide support fo r farmers on a large number of identified small 
islands to ensure continued land use management and thus conserve the landscape. 
 
Legal basis: Act No. 316 of 31 March 2007 (Rural Development Programme). Form of the subsidy: Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.23.03.20. 
 
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. 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.  
6.2.6  Extensive production on agricultural  land and conversion to organic farming 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Extensive production on agricultural land and conversion to organic farming. 
Ekstensiv produktion på landbrugsjord og omlægning til økologisk drift.  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 56.8 50.6 25.9 
National financed 42.6 34.3 15.3 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to pr otect 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. 
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  Extensive production on agricultural land 
 Support is given for extensive farming as an annual area subsidy 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 fertilizer plans and fertilizer accounts to be prepared.  
Legal basis: Act No. 316 of 31 March 2007 (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 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.  
6.2.7  Conversation by grazing or cutting on pasture and natural areas 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Conversation by grazing or cutting on pasture and natural areas. 
Pleje ved afgræsning eller slæt af græs- og naturarealer. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 33.5 49.2 41.3 
National financed 27.4 40.3 33.8 
 
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. 
 Support 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. G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  Legal basis: Act No. 316 of 31 March 2007 (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 subsidy. 
 
Information on this subject is not available. 
 6.2.8  Grants for establishment and management of wetlands 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Grants for establishment of wetlands. Tilskud til anlæg af vådområder. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.7 1.1 1.1 
National financed 0.5 0.9 0.9 
 
The programme is closed to new applicants from the 1st of January 2010.  
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 31 March 2007 (Rural Development Programme). Form of the subsidy: Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.55.  
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. 
 G/SCM/N/284/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: 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): 
 
For the three most recent years for which statistics are available; 
For a previous representative year, which, wher e 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.  
6.2.9  Grants to private enterprises, etc. for wetland projects  
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Grants to private enterprises, etc. for wetland projects. 
Tilskud til private virksomheder m.fl. til vådområdeprojekter. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 1.1 1.0 0.9 
National financed 0.4 0.3 0.3 
 
The programme is closed to new applicants from the 3rd of November 2012. 
 
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 31 March 2007 (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. 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; G/SCM/N/284/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. 
 6.2.10  Grants to municipal wetland projects 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Grants to municipal wetland projects. Tilskud til kommunale vådområdeprojekter. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 6.9 34.2 60.0 
National financed 2.7 11.4 20.0 
 
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 31 March 2007 (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. 
 
6.2.11  Grants for municipal projects on phosphorus wetlands 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Grants for municipal projects on phosphorus wetlands. Tilskud til kommunale projekter vedrørende fosforvådområder. 
 G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0 1.6 1.8 
National financed 0 0.5 0.6 
 
The programme opened in April 2012.  
 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 31 March 2007 (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. 
 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.  
6.2.12  Grants for state wetland projects 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Grants for state wetland projects. 
Tilskud til statslige vådområdeprojekter.  
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0 0.5 5.0 
National financed 0 0.2 1.7 
 
The programme opened in August 2012. 
 G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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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 of 31 March 2007 (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 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. 
 6.2.13  Grants for municipal projects for restoration of freshwater systems 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Grants for municipal projects for restoration of freshwater systems. 
Tilskud til kommunale projekter vedrørende vandløbsrestaurering. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds - - - 
National financed - - - 
 
The programme is open, but there has not yet been disbursed grants. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to award grants to municipal projects for restoration 
of freshwater systems to improve habitat for fl ora and fauna in streams, including migratory 
species spawning grounds and migration routes, while enhancing the aquatic environment. 
 
Legal basis: Act No. 6.5.5 measure 3 of December 2007 (Operational Programme for development of the Danish fisheries and aquaculture sector). 
 
Form of the subsidy: Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.26.30.20.  G/SCM/N/284/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: 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. 
 6.2.14  Grants for outdoor facilities associ ated with ancient monuments and protected 
areas 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Grants for outdoor facilities associated with ancient monuments and protected areas. 
Tilskud til friluftsfaciliteter i tilknytning til fortidsminder og fredede arealer. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.6 0.8 1.0 
National financed 0.3 0.6 0.8 
 
The programme was closed in November 2012. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to prov ide the public with access to more and better 
outdoor experiences by establishing facilities fo r the benefit of outdoor life in project areas 
where the public will have the opportunity to experience ancient monuments and protected 
areas. 
 
Legal basis: Act No. 216 of 31 March 2007 (Rural Development Programme). 
Form of the subsidy: Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.42.  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. 
 G/SCM/N/284/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: 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. 
 
6.2.15  Grants for Natura 2000-projects on clearing overgrown areas and preparing for 
grazing 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Grants for Natura 2000-projects on clearing overgrown areas and preparing for grazing. Tilskud til Natura 2000-projekter om rydning af tilgroede arealer og om forberedelse til 
afgræsning. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 1.1 9. 26.2 
National financed 3.0 3.0 8.7 
 
The programme opened in August 2011. 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to aw ard grants to non-productive investments such 
as clearance of overgrown areas and prepare fo r grazing, which can help to implement the 
Environment and Nature Plan Denmark 2020 by ensuring or improving the conservation 
status of habitats and species in specially designated areas within the Natura 2000-areas. 
 
Legal basis: Act No. 216 of 31 March 2007 (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. 
 G/SCM/N/284/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. 
 6.2.16  Grants for Natura 2000-projects on creating natural hydrology 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Grants for Natura 2000-projects on creating natural hydrology. 
Tilskud til Natura 2000-projekter om etable ring af naturlige vandstandsforhold. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0 0 0 
National financed 0 0 0 
 
The programme opened in March 2012, and there has not yet been disbursed grants. 
 
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 31 March 2007 (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 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/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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6.2.17  Establishment of set-aside border strips 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Establishment of set-aside and mandatory border strips. 
Etablering af braklagte og obligatoriske randzoner.  
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.3 0.1 0.06 
National financed 0.3 0.09 83.9 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to prom ote the establishment of non-cultivated border 
strips along lakes and open watercourses in order to reduce the supply of phosphorus into 
surface water, cf. Aquatic Environment Plan III.  In order to achieve the above aim, support 
is given for the establishment of non-cultivated borders along watercourses and next to 
lakes. In 2014 the scheme was entirely a national funded de minimis  scheme.  
 
Legal basis: Act No. 316 of 31 March 2007 (Rural Development Programme). 
Form of the subsidy: Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.23.03.38. 
 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. 
 6.2.18  Nature and environment projects 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Nature and environment projects. Natur- og miljøprojekter. 
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  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 5.8 7.6 6.8 
National financed 4.9 6.5 8.2 
 
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 proj ect, including integrated projects which also 
facilitate more than one of the above-mentioned purposes. 
 
Legal basis: Act No. 216 of 31 March 2007 (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 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. 
 
6.2.19  Establishment of landscape and biotop e-improving vegetation s, including shelter 
plants 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Establishment of landscape and biotope-improving vegetations, including shelter plants. 
Etablering af landskabs- og biotopforbedre nde beplantning, herunder læplantninger. 
 G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 4.6 3.6 7.6 
National financed 3.8 2.9 6.2 
 
3.-7. The establishment of landscape and biotope-improving vegetation will help to increase the 
proportion of small biotopes and improve land scape 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 31 March 2007 (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 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.  
6.2.20  Plant genetic resources 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Plant genetic resources. 
Plantegenetiske ressourcer.  
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 1.1 1.0 1.4 
National financed 0.9 0.8 1.1 
 
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 31 March 2007 (Rural Development Programme). Form of the subsidy: Grant. G/SCM/N/284/EU/Add.7 
 
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  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. 
 
6.2.21  New jobs in rural areas 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
New jobs in rural areas. 
Attraktive levevilkår og nye arbejdspladser i landdistrikter.  
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 82.3 49.5 118.2 
National financed 27.7 20.3 37.1 
 
3.-7. The purpose of the support scheme is to stre ngthen 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. Th e 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 31 March 2007 (Rural Development Programme). 
Form of the subsidy: Grant. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.23.03.49. 
 G/SCM/N/284/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: 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. 
 6.2.22  Good quality of life in rural areas, leisure and culture 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Good quality of life in rural areas, culture, children and young people.   
Kulturaktiviteter og børn og unge. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 2.6 0.6 1.3 
National financed 2.6 0.6 1.3 
 
3.-7. Support scheme which facilitates initiatives to create attractive leisure activities for children 
and young people and promote projects aimed at leisure and cultural events in rural areas in 
general to improve the quality of life in rural areas. 
 
Legal basis: Act No. 316 of 31 March 2007 (Rural Development Programme). 
Form of the subsidy: Grant. 
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.23.03.46 and § 24.23.03.48.  
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.  G/SCM/N/284/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  OTHER PROGRAMMES 
7.1  Measures to Improve the Production of Honey 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Measures to improve the production of honey. 
Projektstøtte til udvikling af biavlen.  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 1.2 1.0 1.4 
National financed 1.2 1.0 1.4 
 
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 1/9/2010 - 31/8/2013. 
 4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted) 
 Art. 105-110 in EU Council Regulation No. 1234/2007 and EU Commission Regulation 
No. 917/2004.  
 5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc.) 
 
Grants for three years periods, for the period 1/9/2010 - 31/8/2013. 
 Total for the period DKK 7.9 Mio. 
Equal to approximately DKK 2.6 Mio. pr. year in 2011, 2012 and 2013 
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, Faculty of Agricultural Science,  Department of Integrated Pest Management, the 
Danish Beekeepers' Association (Danmarks Biavle rforening) and the Danish Beekeepers National 
Association (Danske Biavleres Forening). 
 G/SCM/N/284/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 information (for the year covered by the 
notification, for the previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation. 
 
N.A.  
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. 
 
N.A. 
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time-limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement 
 Fiscal 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 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. 
 
N.A. 
 8  FISHERIES 
8.1  Restructuring of the Fishing Fleet 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Temporary action to promote the restructuring of the fishing fleet. 
Tilskud til fremme af energieffektiviteten i erhvervsfiskeriet og akvakultursektoren. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 4.4 0.0 0.0 
National financed 0.2 0.0 0.0 
 
3.-7. Aid is granted for investment on board fish ing vessels to improve energy efficiency and for 
decommissioning of fishing vessels to reduce fuel dependency. The aim of this measure is to 
restructure the fishing fleet in order to reduce fuel dependency and achieve a better balance 
between the fisheries resources and their expl oitation by reducing the fishing capacity. 
 
Order No. 321 of 27 April 2009 and order no. 399 of 26 May 2009. EC Regulation No. 744/2008. Subsidies amount to 60% of the investment. For decommissioning is paid a compensation for the 
value of the vessel.  Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.26.30. 
 G/SCM/N/284/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: 2009 - 2010. 
 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. 
 8.2  Fishing from the Coast (hauling up vessels) 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Hauling up vessels Ophalingsspil. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed 0.3 0.0 0.0 
 
3.-7. The measure aims at maintaining traditional fisheries on the Western coast of Jutland where 
fishing vessels are hauled up on the beaches. Aid is granted for the maintenance of hauling-
up winches. 
 Order No. 316 of 13 May 2001. National measure.  Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 
24.26.10.50. 
 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 
 Permanent scheme. 
 G/SCM/N/284/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. 
 8.3  Investments in the Processing for Fish Products 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Investments in the processing for fish products. 
Forarbejdning og afsætning.  
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 2.6 8.8 4.9 
National financed 2.6 8.8 4.9 
 
3.-7. Development of the processing industry in order to encourage innovative investments. 
 Order No. 182 of 22 February 2010. EC Regulation 1198/2006. The subsidy amounts to 30% of the eligible in vestment. 15% from the EFF and 15% from the 
Danish state. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.26.30. 
 
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 subsidy. 
 Information on this subject is not available. 
 
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  8.4  Aqua-environment 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Eradication of aquaculture diseases + Organic aquaculture production. 
Akvasundhed +miljøvenlig akvakultur. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2013 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.0 0.4 0.4 
National financed 0.0 0.4 0.4 
 
3.-7. This measure aims at eradicating diseases of importance to the aquaculture industry and to 
encourage organic aquaculture production. 
 Order No. 176 of 28 February 2010. EC Regulation  1198/2006. The subsidy covers the eligible 
expenditure for Eradication of aquaculture. The subsidy for organic aquaculture productions 
amounts to 50% for the eligible costs.  Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.26.30.  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 subsidy. 
 
Information on this subject is not available. 
 8.5  Fishing Port Facilities 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Fishing ports. Fiskerihavne og landingssteder. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 19.0 28.1 44.0 
National financed 19.0 28.1 44.0 
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  3.-7. This measure aims at promoting the develo pment of Danish fishing ports with a view to 
improving the quality of fish products and safety in fishing ports. 
 
Order No. 1270 of 16 December 2011 and Orde r No. 260 of 21 March 2012. EC Regulation 
1198/2006. 
The subsidy covers 50% of the eligible investment for infrastructure projects. The EFF covers half of the public expenditure. Appropriatio n on the Danish Finance Act § 24.26.30. 
 
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 subsidy. 
 
Information on this subject is not available.  
8.6  Market Promotion 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Market promotion. 
Fælles initiativer (Afsætningsfremme).  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 22.2 24.6 22.0 
National financed 12.4 18.8 16.3 
 
3.-7. Aid is granted with a view to promoting an d searching for new markets and uses for fish and 
aquaculture products. 
 
Order No. 260 of 24March 2010. EC Regulation 1198/2006. 
For projects of collective interest the subsidy can amount to 100% of eligible costs. The EFF covers 
up to half of the public costs.  Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.26.30.  G/SCM/N/284/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: 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. 
 8.7  Aid for Young Fishermen 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Aid for young fishermen. Støtte til yngre fiskeres førstegangsetablering. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.4 0.4 1.1 
National financed 0.4 0.4 1.1 
 
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. 
 4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted) 
 Order No.199 of 27March 2008. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act §24.26.30.11. 
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc.) 
 Grant for first investment in a fishing vessel. 
 
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, wh o are first time buyers of fishing vessels. 
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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 information (for the year covered by the 
notification, for the previous year, or both) is not possible, a full explanation. 
 
The grant is 15% of the price of the vessel up to 50.000 €.  
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 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. 
 
No significant effect on trade. 
 8.8  Modernization of Fishing Vessels 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Modernization of fishing vessels. 
Modernisering af fiskerfartøjer. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2010 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.6 3.0 7.1 
National financed 0.6 3.0 7.1 
 
3.-7. The aim of this measure is to modernise fishing vessels in order to contribute the 
development of a viable and competitive fishing industry. 
 Order No. 989 of 10. October 2012. EC Regulation 2792/1999. Subsidies amount to 30% of the investment. 15% from the FIFG and 15% from the Danish State.  
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.26.30. 
 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. G/SCM/N/284/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: 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. 
 8.9  Processing of Fish, Innovation, Resear ch and Development in the Fisheries Sector 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Processing of fish, innovation, research and development in the fisheries sector.   Forarbejdning af fisk, innovation, forskning og udvikling m.v. inden for fiskerisektoren.   
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.0 0.0 0.0 
National financed 0.5 0.0 0.0 
 
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy 
 
The purpose of the scheme is to promote public/private sector collaboration on innovation, 
research and development in the fisheries processing sector.    
4. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted) 
 
Grant. 
 
5. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concessions, etc.) 
 
Act No. 421 of 31 May 2000. Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.23.17.60. 
 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. 
 Public research institutes in collaboration with processing industry. 
 
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. 
 
Average project support in 2002 was DKK 2,567,000, in 2003 DKK2,533,000 and in 2004 
DKK 2,467,000.  G/SCM/N/284/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. 
 
N.A. 
 
9. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time-limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement 
 
 On-going since 7 May 2001. 
 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 scheme has no effect on trade. 
 8.10  Innovative Measures and Operations by Members of the Trade 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Innovative measures and operations by members of the trade. Fælles initiativer (Kollektive foranstaltninger) 
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 1.2 1.5 1.2 
National financed 1.2 1.5 1.2 
 
3.-7. Operators in the sector such as producer and fishermen's organizations, undertake collective 
measures. The schemes must be of collective interest and limited in time. Eligible measures 
include those related to the implementation of technical measures for the conservation of 
fish stocks, access to training, aquaculture equipment, implementation of quality control 
systems, controls of sanitary conditions or impact on the environment. 
 Order No. 260 of 24 March 2010. EC Regulation 1198/2006. Subsidies can amount to up to 100% for public inve stments or investments of collective interest.  
Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.26.30. 
 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.  G/SCM/N/284/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: 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. 
 
8.11  Pilot Projects 
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Pilot projects. 
Fælles initiativer (Pilot- og demonstrationsprojekter).  
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 4.1 5.3 22.0 
National financed 4.1 4.7 2.2 
 
3.-7. Aid is granted for innovative measures with  a view to develop and modernise the fishing and 
aquaculture sector. 
 
Order No. 260 of 24 March 2010. EC Regulation 1198/2006. 
Subsidies to public instructions and authorities can cover up to 100% of eligible costs.  Appropriation on the Danish Finance Act § 24.26.30. 
 
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; G/SCM/N/284/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. 
 8.12  Aquatic Fauna and Flora  
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Aquatic Fauna and Flora. Vandløbsrestaurering. 
 
2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.0 0.0 1.5 
National financed 0.0 0.0 1.5 
 
3.-7. The aim of this measure is encourage rehabilitation of inland waters, enhancement of 
environment in the framework of the Natura 2000 network and restocking based on a EU 
legal act. 
 Order No. 507 of 29 October 2012. EC Regulation 1198/2006. Appropriation on the Danish Finance 
Act § 24.26.30.20 
Grants are possible for rehabilitation of inla nd waters, enhancement of environment in the 
framework of the Natura 2000 network and restocking based on a EU legal act. Grants can cover 
eligible costs. The EFF covers up to 50% of public costs. 
 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. 
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  8.13  Fisheries Areas  
1. Title of programme in English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Fisheries Areas. 
Bæredygtig udvikling af Fiskeriområder. 
 2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2012 2013 2014 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 9.9 4.4 23.0 
National financed 6.0 2.4 9.5 
 
3.-7. The aim of this measure is encourage local initiatives to develop small business and 
infrastructure and to protect cultural heritage in areas where fisheries used to be an 
important industry. 
 
Order No. 256 of 29 March 2012. EC Regulation 1198/2006.  Appropriation on the Danish Finance 
Act § 24.26.30.30 Grants are possible of up to 60% of eligible cost s. The EFF covers up to 50% of public costs. 
 
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.  
9  GUARANTEE SCHEME FOR SMALL CARGO SHIPS 
1. Denmark. 
 2. Fragtskibsordningen (Guarantee Scheme fo r Small Cargo Ships). By Bill No. 618 from 
17 November 1976 and Bill No. 385 from 10 June 1997. 
 3. This scheme gave the possibility to provide guarantees for loans to build or convert small 
cargo ships at Danish shipyards. 
 4. Guarantees for approximately DKK 408 million have been issued under the scheme. 
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  5. The purpose of the guarantee scheme was to  support ship-owners building or converting 
small cargo ships at Danish shipyards.  6. Figures as at 31 December 2014: 
 
Actual number of guarantees still administered: 3. Total liability: Approximately DKK 2 million. 
Number of existing shipyards involved: 1. 
 The EU-Commission has not calculated any subsidy element under the 7th Directive on subsidy to shipbuilding, the scheme is self-financing. 
 
The scheme has been terminated by the end of 2001.  
10  THE MINISTRY OF HOUSING, URBAN, AND RURAL AFFAIRS 
1. Title of programme i English. Title of programme in Danish 
 
Small island support scheme. 
Støtte til projekter på de små øer (Ø-støtte).  2. Period covered by the notification 
 
 2010 2011 2012 2013 
Mio. DKK 
EU-refunds 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 
National 
financed Grants 3.06 3.21 3.86 4.0 (estimate)  
Loans 1.4 1.95 2.09 
 
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. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it's granted) 
 Ministry of Housing, Urban, and Rural Affairs. Legal basis: Act no. 612 of 5 July 2002 as amended 
by Act no. 430 of 6 June 2005, Act no. 431 of 6 June 2005, Act no. 1571 of 20 December 2006, 
and Act no. 1336 of 19 December 2008.  5-7.  The policy objective of the support scheme is to sustain the population on the 
aforementioned 27 islands. Although the prim ary 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 sustaining social life in the island communities (e.g. restoration of village halls). 
Anyone, including local authorities, can apply for the subsidy. The conditions for support are 
set forth in application-guidelines issued bi-a nnually by the Ministry of Housing, Urban, and 
Rural Affairs. The subsidy can be awarded as ei ther a grant or interest-free loan. Loans are 
given to private applicants, and businesses, wh ich are deemed capable of profiting from the 
investments made using the funds.  
 
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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. 
 
Permanent scheme. Loans are awarded as interest-f ree 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 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.  
 
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