Acceptance of applications for humane treatment of birds and pigs begins in Bulgaria

Published 2024년 5월 10일

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The article announces the start of applications for two humane treatment schemes for pig and bird farmers, with a total budget of BGN 84 million for 2024. The bird welfare scheme, with BGN 42 million allocation, includes support for various bird types, and the application deadline is May 22 with payments starting May 30. The pig welfare scheme, with BGN 42 million, supports fattening pigs and sows, with different application periods throughout the year. The detailed guidelines for both schemes can be found on the State Fund for Agriculture's website.

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From today (May 10, 2024), the regional directorates of the State Fund "Agriculture" began accepting applications for participation in the schemes "Assistance for the implementation of voluntarily undertaken commitments for the humane treatment of pigs and "Assistance for the implementation of voluntarily undertaken commitments for humane attitude towards birds". In 2024, pig farmers and poultry farmers will receive a total of BGN 84 million under welfare schemes, the press office of the State Fund for Agriculture informed. Documents for the state aid for humane treatment of birds are submitted by May 22, and the payment of the aid will start from May 30, 2024. The amount of financial support for 2024, determined by the Management Board of the DFZ, is BGN 42 million. By type of bird, the aid is as follows: • Laying hens (min. from the 18th max. to the 90th week) - BGN 200.89 per animal unit; • Parents (min. from 18 max. to the 70th week) - 414.33 BGN per animal unit; ...

Source: Agri