The Government has paid €3.3 million to 431 farmers affected by bad weather as part of a support scheme providing up to €10,000 for municipalities in a state of calamity, Minister of Agriculture José Manuel Fernandes announced on Wednesday, April 15, in Lisbon. The minister noted that priority was given to the most affected areas and urged farmers to submit applications for the restoration of productive potential before the April 30 deadline. While agricultural losses are estimated at around €500 million, the minister clarified that additional EU support is expected to be limited.
Bad weather: Government has already paid €3.3 million to 431 farmers
Wednesday, 15 April 2026RSS
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