economy
Glamocic: European Funds Are Very Important for Serbian Farmers
NOVI SAD - Minister of Agriculture, Prof. Dr. Dragan Glamocic, held a meeting with the Head of the European Union Delegation to the Republic of Serbia, Andreas von Baumgarten, at the Agricultural Fair, stating that European funds are very important for Serbian farmers and that there is greater interest than before.
TL;DR
- Serbia is committed to its path towards the EU, with Serbian institutions working more efficiently.
- European funds are crucial for Serbian farmers, who are showing increased interest in applying.
- Serbia aims to resolve its obligations to the EU concretely, not just on paper.
- 31 million euros will be paid from IPARD funds, with full future utilization expected.
- Serbia needs to harmonize its milk quality regulations and is working on reducing bacteria counts in milk.
- Serbia wants to preserve its villages and enter the EU as a partner.
- The EU supports Serbia's agricultural potential, with 56% of IPARD II funds utilized.
- The upcoming IPARD III program will allocate 288 million euros to boost agricultural development.
- Meeting stringent EU food safety standards is vital for increasing product quality and exports.