The present Regulation establishes a framework for state financial support aimed at reducing ammonia emissions from agriculture and improving nitrogen efficiency. It applies to both agricultural businesses and contractor firms (machine stations) and supports investments in equipment or technical solutions that either reduce emissions or optimize fertilizer use. However, support is only granted if funds are available and cannot be combined with other public funding or used to meet existing legal obligations. The regulation aligns with EU state aid rules and sets maximum support levels depending on the type of measure (e.g., higher support for emission reduction than for efficiency improvements). Applications must be submitted in advance to the Swedish Board of Agriculture, with detailed information on the project, costs, and expected environmental impact. The regulation also outlines procedures, conditions, and controls for granting and managing support. The Swedish Board of Agriculture assesses applications, sets conditions (including requirements that supported equipment be used for at least five years), and manages payments, including possible advance payments. Funding can be denied or reclaimed if applicants provide incorrect information, fail to meet conditions, or are in financial or legal non-compliance. Beneficiaries must report any changes affecting eligibility and cooperate with monitoring and evaluation processes. The regulation further includes provisions on repayment, audits, and transparency, as well as limited rights to appeal decisions.
Sweden · 2025-06-05