Emmanouil Kefalogiannis· PPE

Confirmed

European co-financing reaches up to 60% for wine tourism and promotion.

Omissions

• The 60% co-financing rate specifically applies to promotional campaigns for EU wines in third countries and measures to support economic growth in rural areas
• Member States can contribute an additional 30% for SMEs (totaling 90%) and 20% for other enterprises, meaning total co-financing can reach 80-90% depending on the beneficiary
• The new rules represent an increase from the previous 50% EU co-financing rate

Sources

• PrimaryEuropean Parliament Press ReleaseMeasures to incentivise economic growth in rural areas and promote quality European wines in third countries would be eligible for up to 60% EU co-financing
• PrimaryEuropean Parliament Press Release - Wine Sector AgreementThe EU will support up to 60% while Member states can add up to 30% for small and medium enterprises and 20% for other wine producers
• SecondaryFarm Europe - Wine Package Final Green LightPromotional campaigns targeting third countries will benefit from enhanced co-financing: up to 60% from the EU, with Member States able to add national contributions