On Tuesday 19 April, the European Commission approved a €836 million Polish scheme to support the agricultural sector in the context of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
The scheme was approved under the State Aid Temporary Crisis Framework, adopted by the Commission on 23 March 2022.
The Polish aid, which will take the form of direct grants, will be available to farmers whose farms are located in Poland and who are affected by rising fertiliser costs. Eligible beneficiaries will be entitled...