Denmark has launched a €53 million scheme to support climate-friendly dairy production. This initiative, approved by the European Commission, aims to help Danish farmers reduce methane emissions and meet national greenhouse gas reduction targets. Running until 2027, the scheme will offer direct grants covering up to 100% of eligible costs for implementing sustainable practices.
The European Commission has granted approval for a significant Danish initiative aimed at transforming dairy production to be more climate-friendly. With a budget of approximately €53 million, the scheme is designed to support livestock farmers in Denmark by reducing methane emissions and advancing environmental sustainability in the dairy sector.
The initiative will provide direct grants covering up to 100% of eligible costs for dairy farmers who adopt climate-friendly practices. This scheme aligns with Denmark’s national commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from agriculture and forestry sectors, helping the country meet its binding reduction targets.
The scheme will run until December 31, 2027, and is open to all dairy livestock farmers in Denmark. It is part of a broader effort under the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy and the Farm to Fork Strategy to promote climate objectives within the agricultural sector.
The European Commission assessed the initiative under EU State Aid rules, specifically Article 107(3)(c) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU. The assessment confirmed that the scheme is both necessary and proportionate, with a limited impact on competition and trade within the EU.
This support aims not only to encourage Danish farmers to meet mandatory emissions standards but also to go beyond these requirements, fostering a more sustainable and climate-conscious dairy industry.
