Grant rates increased for female farmers and rural development investments
Grant rates in rural development programs have been increased to 70%, with a significant portion of the budget allocated to female and young entrepreneurs.
While grant rates for rural development investments carried out by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry have been raised up to 70%, a significant portion of the resources is allocated to female and young entrepreneurs. Billions of liras in support are provided to female farmers through KOSGEB and IPARD programs.
Priority for Female Entrepreneurs in Rural Development
The role of female farmers in the future of agricultural production in Turkey continues to grow steadily.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry is raising grant rates by prioritizing women and youth in rural development programs.
Additional Limits for Women in KOSGEB Support
Within the scope of KOSGEB's renewed Entrepreneur Support Program, support is provided to businesses in eligible sectors.
An additional amount is added to the upper limit determined for female entrepreneurs, increasing the total amount of support.
Rural Development Investment Program Budget
A substantial budget has been created by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry for rural development investments.
It has been decided to provide grant support at varying rates to eligible investment projects.
Grants Provided Through IPARD Programs
Under the IPARD programs, high amounts of grants have been provided to thousands of female entrepreneurs to date.
New grant budgets have been announced for eligible beneficiaries through published call calendars.