The Emilia-Romagna Region has announced financial aid for agricultural companies growing potatoes, sugar beets, and rice for the 2024 campaign. Aid amounts are up to €1,200/ha for Bologna PDO potatoes, €150/ha for sugar beets, and €200/ha for rice, with a total allocation of €500,000 for rice cultivation. Applications must be submitted by 1pm on 13 September 2024 via the Siag portal in Agrea. The aid is capped at €25,000 per company over three years and can be combined with other CAP and RDP aids. Companies seeking aid over €5,000 must provide 'anti-mafia' documentation as per Legislative Decree 159/2011. Specific conditions and minimum requirements for seed usage and area size apply.