You want to start farming but lack the capital
The first set-up premium supports young people establishing themselves for the first time as heads of a farm holding, with a non-repayable amount for the start-up. We check your eligibility with no obligation.
- Non-repayable premium for the first set-up
- Option to combine with productive investment in the holding
- Higher rates in low-density and less-favoured areas
CAP calls with their own calendar — confirmed in the diagnosis
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Funding
Calculated for your project
Programmes
Portugal 2030, RRP and others
Region
Mainland Portugal, depending on the call
Eligible businesses
Young people up to 40 starting in farming for the first time, New heads of a farm holding, Family succession projects with a new holder, Farming companies led by young farmers
The opportunity
Why this funding is worth exploring
The incentive reduces the financial burden of the investment and accelerates projects already planned by the business.
Start-up capital
The premium is granted to make the set-up viable and does not have to be repaid.
Can be combined with investment
It can be aligned with productive investment support in the same holding.
Structured business plan
We prepare the required business plan with realistic, defensible targets.
Who can apply
- Young farmer within the age limit set by the call
- First set-up as head of the farm holding
- Suitable agricultural training, or a commitment to obtain it
- Holding with the minimum economic size required
- Tax and social security compliance
What it can fund
- Set-up premium paid in instalments
- Initial investment in the holding, when combined with other support
- Farm equipment and productive infrastructure
- Planting and permanent crops
- Technical assistance and training linked to the business plan
Not sure whether your project qualifies? Receive an answer within 24 business hours.
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Other funding linked to this project
Many companies combine more than one incentive. Check the related pages before deciding.
How Start PME works
From assessment to payment, with support at every stage
We work through clear stages so you always know what happens next.
- 1
Free assessment
We review the business profile, investment and region to confirm eligibility and the applicable rate.
- 2
Strategy and eligibility
We select the right call, structure the project and maximise the available uplifts.
- 3
Application submitted
We prepare the project description, investment plan and forecasts, and submit everything on time.
- 4
Delivery and payments
We support procurement, payment claims and reports through to project completion.
5,000+
Applications submitted
€50M+
Approved eligible expenditure
€27M+
Approved non-repayable funding
82%
Approval rate
Experience and trust
Trusted by the clients we have supported
Proven results and genuine feedback from Start PME clients.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the questions holding back your decision
Find out in two minutes whether funding is available for your business
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