Active pig farmers registered in Malta with ≥2 sows; must provide at least 2.73 m² unobstructed area per sow (≥10 % beyond EU minimum). Five‑year commitment; annual claim required; scheme subject to State‑aid approval.
Application requirements:
Submit application to ARPA before programme launch date (TBD); annual claim thereafter; keep records; subject to on‑the‑spot checks (5 %).
Legal entities, private and/or public established in one of the eligible countries
Local Councils, Regional Councils, NGOs, Small Medium Enterprises and natural persons
Local Councils, Regional Councils, NGOs, Small Medium Enterprises and natural persons
Local Councils, Regional Councils, NGOs and natural persons
Local Councils, Regional Councils, NGOs, schools found in the Xlokk territory
Local Councils, Self-employed individuals, Private Entities (only small and micro enterprises), Natural persons and Registered Voluntary Organisations (VOs)
Local Councils and Registered Voluntary Organisations (VOs)
Local Councils, Private Entities (only small and micro enterprises), Natural persons and Registered Voluntary Organisations (VOs)
Registered VOs (non‑profit) whose primary aim is wild bird conservation or sustainable hunting governance; compliant with VO Act; projects must address at least one 2025 priority (habitat restoration, species re‑introduction, enforcement actions, training, research, awareness, etc.). Max two proposals per VO; project duration ≤12 months.
Application requirements:
Online application via vofunding.org.mt; complete proposal form, budget (fiscal invoices), VO compliance letter, permits, financial statements; two‑stage eligibility & technical evaluation.