The facilitation at a glance
On 7 March 2025, the Campania Region published Executive Decree No. 133 approving the SRD02 call of the National Strategic Plan of the CAP 2023-2027. With a budget of EUR 10 million, this call offers grants for agricultural investments aimed at mitigating climate change and protecting natural resources. If you are an agricultural entrepreneur, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Find out with us the key details and how to access the funds.
What is SRD02 and who is it for?
The SRD02 call for proposals, included in the Regional Rural Development Complement (CSR, formerly PSR) of the Campania Region, finances interventions that are neither area nor head, with two main actions:
- Action A: Investments for climate change mitigation.
- Action B: Investments for the protection of natural resources.
Who Can Participate?
Beneficiaries are individual or associated farmers from Campania, as defined by Article 2135 of the Civil Code. Those operating exclusively in forestry or aquaculture are excluded. An advantage? Young farmers (who have been established for less than 5 years) and investments related to emission reduction are eligible for an increased rate of support.
Objectives and Types of Investments Eligible for Support Call SRD02
The call aims to support the transition to more sustainable agriculture. Here is what you can finance:
Action A – Climate Change Mitigation
- Farm Composting: Facilities and machinery to transform agricultural waste into compost by improving soil carbon sequestration capacity.
- Renewable energy: Facilities for biogas, biomethane or solar/wind energy, provided they are proportionate to the needs of the farm.
- Innovative machinery: Equipment for slurry distribution using low-emission techniques (e.g. surface injection or umbilical systems).
Action B – Protection of Natural Resources
- Predictive systems: Weather stations and sensors to optimise plant protection treatments.
- Biological filters: Biobeds to treat water contaminated by pesticides.
- Precision agriculture: Fertiliser spreaders and GPS systems to reduce waste and environmental impact.
Funding Details Call for Proposals SRD02: How much can you get?
The total budget is EUR 10 million, with a maximum contribution of EUR 1.5 million per beneficiary over the entire period 2023-2027. Support is provided as a capital grant (non-repayable fund), with variable rates:
- 65% basic: For all eligible projects.
- 75%: For young farmers (with SPP requirements par. 4.1.5).
- 80%: For investments related to emission reduction.
Eligible Expenditure
- Purchase of innovative machinery and equipment (excluding diesel/petrol tractors).
- Construction or improvement of renewable energy or composting facilities.
- Intangible investments such as software or licences.
How to Apply SRD02: Deadlines and Procedures
The application for support must be submitted telematically on the AGEA-SIAN portal by 16:00 on 9 May 2025. The opening date will be communicated by a notice on the Campania Region website.
Required Documents
To participate, please prepare:
- Eligibility documents: Certificates proving your agricultural activity.
- Detailed projects: Complete or feasible, with permits if required.
- Estimates: To demonstrate the reasonableness of expenditure (DRD Guidelines No. 181/2019).
You can send FAQs up to 10 days before the deadline to the PEC addresses indicated in the notice.
Rankings and Payments
- Provisional ranking: Published after initial assessment.
- Final ranking: After possible re-assessment, with direct funding if funds are sufficient for all eligible applications.
- Disbursement: Advance (max 50%), works progress reports (SAL) and balance.
Why hire a Specialised Accountant for the SRD02 Call for Proposals?
Navigating between calls for tenders and subsidised finance can be complex. An experienced accountant helps you to:
- Verify eligibility requirements.
- Prepare the technical and financial documentation.
- Optimise the project to maximise points in the ranking list.
- Manage the payment and reporting phases.
Points of Attention for Proposers
Here is what you need to know before applying:
- Ban on double financing: Cannot be combined with other aid for the same expenses.
- Strict controls: Monitoring to verify the use of funds.
- Penalties: Possible reductions or withdrawal of aid in case of non-compliance.
Advantages for Young Farmers
If you have less than 5 years of activity, the notice offers you an increased rate (75%). Make sure you demonstrate training or skills by the time you are notified of the grant, otherwise you will revert to 65%.
Perspectives and Impacts of the SRD02 Call for Proposals
This call is not only an economic opportunity, but a step towards sustainability. The result indicators (R.9, R.15, R.16, R.26) measure the impact on efficiency, renewable energy and environmental protection. With EUR 10 million, Campania invests in the future of agriculture.
Contacts and Next Steps
For doubts, questions or a pre-feasibility check, please contact us at finage@studiocommercialepasca.com.
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