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Farmers secured over 52 million euros in funding for preserving and enhancing natural habitats

Farmers receive substantial financial aid, totaling 52 million euros, for implementing environmentally-friendly practices and preserving natural habitats.

Farmers are granted over EUR 52 million for conservation efforts in nature
Farmers are granted over EUR 52 million for conservation efforts in nature

Farmers receive substantial nature conservation funds totaling 52 million euros - Farmers secured over 52 million euros in funding for preserving and enhancing natural habitats

In the heart of Germany, the state of Saxony-Anhalt is spearheading a significant shift towards sustainable agriculture, with a focus on climate, soil, water, and biodiversity conservation. This initiative, which aligns with broader goals to create a climate-neutral and digitized bioeconomy, is particularly prominent in the southern regions of the state.

## Models for Sustainable Agriculture

One of the key models being developed in Saxony-Anhalt is the digitized, competitive, and climate-neutral plant-based bioeconomy. This approach integrates digital technologies to enhance efficiency and sustainability in agricultural practices, positioning the region as a model for the future of agriculture.

Organic farming practices are also gaining prominence, thanks to their environmental benefits. These practices, which include extended crop rotations and the use of grass-clover leys, are designed to enhance biodiversity and protect soil and water resources.

Ecosystem restoration, guided by principles such as public support, clear communication, and citizen participation, is another crucial component of the sustainable agriculture models in Saxony-Anhalt.

## Funding

The funding for these initiatives comes from a blend of public and private sources. Government initiatives, such as grants or subsidies for organic farming and bioeconomy development, are a significant source of support. The European Union also contributes through programs aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture and biodiversity conservation. Private sector investments, particularly from companies involved in the bioeconomy sector, also play a vital role in funding research, development, infrastructure, and technology for sustainable agriculture practices.

## Joint Initiatives and Funding

Five regions in Saxony-Anhalt are currently implementing joint agricultural projects, with a total of 1,759 businesses receiving funds through the Agricultural Environment and Climate Measures (AUKM) and compensation payments in Natura-2000 areas. These projects, which include ecological farming, flower strips, protection of grassland areas, and voluntary measures to promote biodiversity, have received approximately 52.4 million euros for environmental and nature conservation services last year.

Newly established cooperatives in Saxony-Anhalt have received a total of 600,000 euros, marking the first time these cooperatives have received such funding. The Agriculture Minister of Saxony-Anhalt, Sven Schulze (CDU), continues to set targeted incentives for an agriculture that takes responsibility for soils, biodiversity, and future generations.

The aim of these projects is to protect climate, soil, water, and biodiversity, and the approach of implementing measures jointly and regionally is being pursued in only three federal states. This collaborative effort underscores the commitment to sustainable agriculture and conservation in Saxony-Anhalt.

  1. The employment policy in Saxony-Anhalt is emphasizing the integration of digital technologies in agriculture to foster a competitive, climate-neutral, and plant-based bioeconomy, aligning with the science of environmental-science and finance, to ensure the region serves as a model for future agriculture.
  2. In line with the environmental-science objectives, the employment policy is promoting organic farming practices, which involve extended crop rotations and the use of grass-clover leys, encouraging citizen participation and funding these initiatives through a blend of public and private sources.

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