(1) provisions supplementing Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 as regards: (a) young farmers; (b) farm and forest exchange schemes and visits; (c) quality schemes — promotion; (d) farm and business development; (e) afforestation and creation of woodland; (f) agri-environment-climate; (g) conservation of genetic resources in agriculture and in forestry; (h) exclusion of double-funding; (i) animal welfare; (j) cooperation; (k) commercial loans to mutual funds, (l) investments; (m) conversion or adjustment of commitments; (n) extended or new commitments;
(2) specific transitional rules laying down the conditions under which support approved by the Commission under Regulation (EC) No 1698/2005, or, in the case of Croatia, under Regulation (EC) No 1085/2006, may be integrated into support provided under Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013, including, in the case of Croatia, for technical assistance.
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 807/2014 of 11 March 2014 supplementing Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council on support for rural development by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) and introducing transitional provisions
Modified by
- Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/1367of 4 June 2015amending Delegated Regulation (EU) No 807/2014 as regards transitional provisions for the 2007-2013 rural development programmes, 32015R1367, August 8, 2015
- Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/94of 30 October 2018amending Delegated Regulation (EU) No 807/2014 supplementing Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council on support for rural development by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) and introducing transitional provisions, 32019R0094, January 22, 2019
- Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/2527of 17 October 2022repealing Delegated Regulation (EU) No 807/2014 supplementing Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council on support for rural development by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) and introducing transitional provisions, 32022R2527, December 22, 2022
(a) be designed to induce consumers to buy the products covered by a quality scheme for agricultural products, cotton or foodstuffs as referred to in Article 16(1) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013, participation in which receives support under the rural development programme; and (b) draw attention to the specific features or advantages of the products concerned, notably the quality, specific production methods, high animal welfare standards and respect for the environment linked to the quality scheme concerned.
(a) in the case of start-up aid to young farmers: (i) the initial situation of the agricultural holding; (ii) milestones and targets for the development of the activities of the agricultural holding; (iii) details of the actions, including those related to environmental sustainability and resource efficiency, required for the development of the activities of the agricultural holding, such as investments, training, advice;
(b) in the case of start-up aid for non-agricultural activities in rural areas: (i) the initial economic situation of the person or micro- or small enterprise applying for support, (ii) milestones and targets for the development of the new activities of the person or agricultural holding or of the micro- or small enterprise, (iii) details of the actions required for the development of the activities of the person or agricultural holding or micro- or small enterprise, such as details of investments, training, advice;
(c) in the case of start-up aid for the development of small farms: (i) the initial situation of the agricultural holding; and (ii) details of the actions, including those related to environmental sustainability and resource efficiency, that could support the achievement of economic viability, such as investments, training, cooperation.
(a) the selection of species to be planted, of areas and of methods to be used shall avoid the inappropriate afforestation of sensitive habitats such as peat lands and wetlands and negative effects on areas of high ecological value including areas under high natural value farming. On sites designated as Natura 2000 pursuant to Council Directive 92/43/EEC Council Directive 92/43/EEC of 21 May 1992 on the conservation of natural habitats and of wild fauna and flora (OJ L 206, 22.7.1992, p. 7 ).Directive 2009/147/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 30 November 2009 on the conservation of wild birds (OJ L 20, 26.1.2010, p. 7 ).(b) the selection of species, varieties, ecotypes and provenances of trees shall take account of the need for resilience to climate change and to natural disasters and the biotic, pedologic and hydrologic condition of the area concerned, as well as of the potential invasive character of the species under local conditions as defined by Member States. The beneficiary shall be required to protect and care for the forest at least during the period for which the premium for agricultural income foregone and maintenance is paid. This shall include tending, thinnings or grazing as appropriate, in the interest of the future development of the forest and regulating competition with herbaceous vegetation and avoiding the building up of fire-prone undergrowth material. As regards fast-growing species, Member States shall define the minimum and maximum time before felling. The minimum time shall not be less than 8 years and the maximum shall not exceed 20 years; (c) in cases where, due to difficult environmental or climatic conditions, including environmental degradation, the planting of perennial woody species cannot be expected to lead to the establishment of forest cover as defined under the applicable national legislation, the Member State may allow the beneficiary to establish and maintain other woody vegetation cover. The beneficiary shall provide the same level of care and protection as applicable to forests; (d) in the case of afforestation operations leading to the creation of forests of a size exceeding a certain threshold, to be defined by Member States, the operation shall consist of either: (i) the exclusive planting of ecologically adapted species and/or species resilient to climate change in the bio-geographical area concerned, which have not been found, through an assessment of impacts, to threaten biodiversity and ecosystem services, or to have a negative impact on human health; or (ii) a mix of tree species which includes either: at least 10 % of broadleaved trees by area, or a minimum of three tree species or varieties, with the least abundant making up at least 10 % of the area.
(a) the whole grazed area of the holding is managed and maintained to avoid over- and under-grazing; (b) livestock density is defined taking account of all grazing livestock kept on the farm or, in the case of a commitment to limit nutrient leaching, all animals kept on the farm which are relevant to the commitment in question.
(a) to rear farm animals of local breeds, genetically adapted to one or more traditional production systems or environments in the country, in danger of being lost to farming; or (b) to preserve plant genetic resources naturally adapted to the local and regional conditions and under threat of genetic erosion.
(a) cattle; (b) sheep; (c) goats; (d) equidae; (e) pigs; (f) birds.
(a) the number, at national level, of breeding females concerned is stated; (b) that number and the endangered status of the listed breeds is certified by a duly recognised relevant scientific body; (c) a duly recognised relevant technical body registers and keeps up-to-date the herd or flock book for the breed; (d) the bodies concerned possess the necessary skills and knowledge to identify animals of the breeds in danger.
(a) " in situ conservation" in agriculture means the conservation of genetic material in ecosystems and natural habitats and the maintenance and recovery of viable population of species or feral breeds in their natural surroundings and, in the case of domesticated animal breeds or cultivated plant species, in the farmed environment where they have developed their distinctive properties;(b) " in situ conservation" in forestry means the conservation of genetic material in ecosystems and natural habitats and the maintenance and recovery of viable population of species in their natural surroundings;(c) "on-farm or on-forest holding conservation" means in situ conservation and development at farm or forest holding level;(d) " ex situ conservation" means the conservation of genetic material for agriculture or forestry outside their natural habitat;(e) " ex situ collection" means a collection of genetic material for agriculture or forestry maintained outside their natural habitat.
(a) targeted actions: actions promoting the in situ andex situ conservation, characterisation, collection and utilisation of genetic resources in agriculture and in forestry, including web-based inventories of genetic resources currently conservedin situ , including on-farm or on-forest holding conservation, and ofex situ collections and databases;(b) concerted actions: actions promoting the exchange of information for the conservation, characterisation, collection and utilisation of genetic resources in Union agriculture or forestry, among competent organisations in the Member States; (c) accompanying actions: information, dissemination and advisory actions involving non-governmental organisations and other relevant stakeholders, training courses and preparation of technical reports.
(a) water, feed and animal care in accordance with the natural needs of animal husbandry; (b) housing conditions, such as increased space allowances, flooring surfaces, enrichment materials, natural light; (c) outdoor access; (d) practices which avoid mutilation and/or castration of animals, or in specific cases when mutilation or castration of animals is deemed necessary, provide for the use of anaesthetics, analgesia and anti-inflammatory medication or immunocastration.
(a) the rural development programme sets out a kilometric radius from the farm of origin of the product, within which the activities of processing and sale to the final consumer have to take place; or (b) the rural development programme sets out a convincing alternative definition.
(a) in the case of leasing, other costs connected with the leasing contract, such as lessor’s margin, interest refinancing costs, overheads and insurance charges, shall not be eligible expenditure; (b) Member States shall set out in their rural development programmes the conditions under which the purchase of second-hand equipment may be regarded as eligible expenditure; (c) Member States shall require compliance with minimum standards for energy efficiency for supported investments in renewable energy infrastructure, that consume or produce energy, where such standards exist at national level; (d) investments in installations, the primary purpose of which is electricity production from biomass, shall not be eligible for support unless a minimum percentage of heat energy is utilised, to be determined by the Member States; (e) Member States shall establish thresholds for the maximum proportions of cereals and other starch rich crops, sugars and oil crops used for bioenergy production, including biofuels, for different types of installations. Support to bioenergy projects shall be limited to bioenergy meeting the applicable sustainability criteria laid down in Union legislation, including in Article 17(2) to (6) of Directive 2009/28/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council Directive 2009/28/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 April 2009 on the promotion of the use of energy from renewable sources and amending and subsequently repealing Directives 2001/77/EC and 2003/30/EC (OJ L 140, 5.6.2009, p. 16 ).
(a) the conversion is of significant benefit to the environment or to animal welfare; (b) the existing commitment is substantially reinforced; (c) the approved rural development programme includes the commitments concerned.
(a) it serves the environmental objective pursued by the commitment; (b) it is justified in terms of the nature of the commitment, the length of the remaining period and the size of the additional area; (c) it does not impede the effectiveness of checks to ensure compliance with the conditions for the grant of support.
(a) between 1 January 2014 and31 December 2015 , if the financial allocation for the measure concerned of the respective programme adopted pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1698/2005 has already been used up;(b) after 31 December 2015 .
(a) such expenditure is provided for in the respective rural development programme for the 2014-2020 programming period; (b) the EAFRD contribution rate to the corresponding measure under Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 as set out in Annex I to this Regulation applies; (c) Member States ensure that the relevant transitional operations are clearly identified through their management and control systems.
(a) between 1 January 2014 and31 December 2016 , if the financial allocation for the measure concerned of the respective programme adopted pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 718/2007 has already been used up;(b) after 31 December 2016 .
(a) such expenditure is provided for in the rural development programme for the 2014-2020 programming period; (b) the EAFRD contribution rate to the corresponding measure under Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 as set out in Annex II to this Regulation applies; (c) Croatia ensures that the relevant transitional operations are clearly identified through its management and control systems.
| Measures under Regulation (EC) No 1698/2005 | Codes in the 2007-2013 programming period | Measures under Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 or Regulation (EU) No 1303/2013 | Codes in the 2014-2020 programming period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Article 20(a)(i) and Article 21: Training and information | 111 | Article 14 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 1 |
| Article 20(a)(ii) and Article 22: Setting up of young farmers | 112 | Article 19(1)(a)(i) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 6 |
| Article 20(a)(iii) and Article 23: Early retirement | 113 | / | / |
| Article 20(a)(iv) and Article 24: Use of advisory services | 114 | Article 15(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 2 |
| Article 20(a)(v) and Article 25: Setting up of farm management, relief and advisory services | 115 | Article 15(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 2 |
| Article 20(b)(i) and Article 26: Modernisation of agricultural holdings | 121 | Article 17(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 4 |
| Article 20(b)(ii) and Article 27: Improvement of the economic value of forests | 122 | Articles 21(1)(d) and 21(1)(e) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 8 |
| Article 20(b)(iii) and Article 28: Adding value to agricultural and forestry products | 123 | Articles 17(1)(b) and 21(1)(e) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | |
| Article 20(b)(iv) and Article 29: Cooperation for development of new products, processes and technologies | 124 | Article 35 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 16 |
| Article 20(b)(v) and Article 30: Infrastructure related to the development and adaptation of agriculture and forestry | 125 | Article 17(1)(c) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 4 |
| Article 20(b)(vi): Restoration and prevention actions | 126 | Article 18 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 5 |
| Article 20(c)(i) and Article 31: Meeting standards | 131 | / | / |
| Article 20(c)(ii) and Article 32: Food quality schemes | 132 | Article 16(1) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 3 |
| Article 20(c)(iii) and Article 33: Information and promotion for products under food quality schemes | 133 | Article 16(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 3 |
| Article 20(d)(i) and Article 34: Semi-subsistence farming | 141 | Article 19(1)(a)(iii) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 6 |
| Article 20(d)(ii) and Article 35: Producer groups | 142 | Article 27 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 9 |
| Article 36(a)(i): Natural handicap payments in mountain areas | 211 | Article 31 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 13 |
| Article 36(a)(ii): Natural handicap payments in areas other than mountain areas | 212 | Article 31 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 13 |
| Article 36(a)(iii) and Article 38: Natura 2000 and payments linked to Directive 2000/60/EC | 213 | Article 30 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 12 |
| Article 36(a)(iv) and Article 39: Agri-environment payments | 214 | Articles 28 and 29 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | |
| Article 36(a)(v) and Article 40: Animal welfare payments | 215 | Article 33 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 14 |
| Article 36(a)(vi) and Article 41: Non-productive investments | 216 | Article 17(1)(d) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 4 |
| Article 36(b)(i) and Article 43: First afforestation of agricultural land | 221 | Article 21(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 8 |
| Article 36(b)(ii) and Article 44: First establishment of agroforestry systems on agricultural land | 222 | Article 21(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 8 |
| Article 36(b)(iii) and Article 45: First afforestation of non-agricultural land | 223 | Article 21(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 8 |
| Article 36(b)(iv) and Article 46: Natura 2000 payments | 224 | Article 30 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 12 |
| Article 36(b)(v) and Article 47: Forest-environment payments | 225 | Article 34 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 15 |
| Article 36(b)(vi) and Article 48: Restoring forestry potential and introducing preventive actions | 226 | Article 21(1)(c) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 8 |
| Article 36(b)(vii) and Article 49: Non-productive investments | 227 | Article 21(1)(d) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 8 |
| Article 52(a)(i) and Article 53: Diversification into non-agricultural activities | 311 | Article 19(1)(a)(ii) and Article 19(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 6 |
| Article 52(a)(ii) and Article 54: Support for business creation and development | 312 | Article 19(1)(a)(ii) and Article 19(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 6 |
| Article 52(a)(iii) and Article 55: Encouragement of tourism activities | 313 | Article 19(1)(a)(ii), Article 19(1)(b) and Articles 20 and 35 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | |
| Article 52(b)(i) and Article 56: Basic services for the economy and rural population | 321 | Article 20 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 7 |
| Article 52(b)(ii): Village renewal and development | 322 | Article 20 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 7 |
| Article 53(b)(iii) and Article 57: Conservation and upgrading of the rural heritage | 323 | Article 20 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 7 |
| Article 52(c) and Article 58: Training and information | 331 | Article 14 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 1 |
| Article 52(d) and Article 59: Skills acquisition, animation and implementation | 341 | / | / |
| Article 63(a): Local development strategies | 41 (411, 412, 413) | Article 35 of Regulation (EU) No 1303/2013 | 19 |
| Article 63(b): Implementing cooperation projects | 421 | Article 35 of Regulation (EU) No 1303/2013 | 19 |
| Article 63(c): Running the local action group, acquiring skills and animating the territory | 431 | Article 35 of Regulation (EU) No 1303/2013 | 19 |
| Chapter II of Title IV: Technical assistance | 511 | Articles 51 to 54 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013: Technical assistance and networking | 20 |
| Article 19(1)(c) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013: Annual payments to farmers participating in small farmers scheme | 6 | ||
| Article 36(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013: Crop, animal, and plant insurance | 17 | ||
| Article 36(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013: Mutual funds for adverse climatic events, animal and plant diseases, pest infestations and environmental incidents | 17 | ||
| Article 36(1)(c) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013: Income stabilisation tool | 17 |
| Measures under Regulation (EC) No 718/2007 | Codes in the 2007-2013 programming period | Measures under Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 or Regulation (EU) No 1303/2013 | Codes in the 2014-2020 programming period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Article 171(2)(a) and Article 174: Investments in agricultural holdings to restructure and to upgrade to Community standards | 101 | Article 17(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 4 |
| Article 171(2)(c) and Article 176: Investments in processing and marketing of agriculture and fishery products to restructure those activities and to upgrade them to Community standards | 103 | Article 17(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 4 |
| Article 171(3)(b) and Article 178: Preparation and implementation of local rural development strategies | 202 | Article 35 of Regulation (EU) No 1303/2013 | 19 |
| Article 171(4)(a) and Article 179: Improvement and development of rural infrastructure | 301 | Article 20(1)(b) and (d) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 7 |
| Article 171(4)(b) and Article 180: Diversification and development of rural economic activities | 302 | Article 19(1)(a)(ii) and Article 19(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013 | 6 |
| Article 182: Technical assistance | 501 | Articles 51 to 54 of Regulation (EU) No 1305/2013: Technical assistance and networking | 20 |