Projects & Practice

Rural businesses and native flora receive boost from demand-led research project

A young entrepreneur diversified his farm by setting up an agricultural day care centre.

In a rural area that is rather disadvantaged and in risk of abandonment, EAFRD and ESF support were combined in a project for the integration of migrants through work training.

An olive oil mill enterprise in collaboration with a university, the regional chamber of commerce, machinery companies, and others, created a partnership to test an innovative filtering prototype for olive oil production.

LEADER funding in two subsequent projects helped a small metalware company grow its size and capacity and take advantage of new market opportunities.

A Hungarian woodworking business used LEADER support for the construction of a new environmentally friendly manufactory hall.

Strengthening social enterprises in two Hungarian regions became a leverage to increase local employment in disadvantaged communities.

Thanks to a LEADER supported investment, a shoe repair and manufacturing enterprise constructed its own production facility benefiting from savings on rent and easier access to the market.

EAFRD funding enabled setting up a sawn timber production company in northeast Greece that employs modern equipment and contributes to the local economy by using local resources.

EAFRD funding enabled the creation of an integrated sports and adventure centre where visitors can enjoy nature and benefit from its environmental education services.