A pilot programme in Scotland on Public Procurement led to new opportunities and markets for Scottish SMEs.
Projects & Practice
The Canary Islands have implemented Simplified Cost Options in order to simplify RDP implementation and reduce the error rate

A leading manufacturer of conserves and jams used RDP support to increase its winter water storage capacity for use during the summer dry months.

A project to enhance the facilities on a geological site, enable new visitor-based activities and attract more visitors who will spend more time in the area.

The GrowBiz approach to enterprise support is based on building long-term relationships with businesses and encouraging them to connect, collaborate, share and network with other enterprises in their local community and further afield.

A pilot project to demonstrate the environmental and economic benefits of using solar energy.

Expanding a water reservoir and installing a solar farm to reduce the energy costs of irrigation.

Developing an innovative model of local-level bio-waste.

A project that demonstrates how agri-environment support can significantly help the protection of the environment while also increasing the profitability of a farm.

A young farmer received RDP support to set up a new horticultural seedling production facility and create employment for her family.