Sustainable Aquaculture Scheme
Access funding for fisheries, aquaculture, and the seafood sector
Provided by Bord Iascaigh Mhara
How to apply
Apply on the official National Enterprise Hub listing — applications and eligibility are administered by Bord Iascaigh Mhara, not Tenderwatch.
Apply on neh.gov.ieAbout this support
Applications are invited for projects with any of the following objectives: Productive investments for sustainable aquaculture; Development of product innovation (including Integrated Multi-trophic Aquaculture, seaweeds and new species); Investment in reduction of energy use and energy efficiency; Investment in renewable energy systems; Investments in safety equipment; Investment in animal health and welfare; Food quality and hygiene safety.
Who is it for?
This scheme will support aquaculture operators who have a statutory consent to engage in aquaculture and any necessary consent under the Foreshore Acts, and who are in compliance with the terms and conditions of those consents. However, applications in respect of sites located in marine Special Areas of Conservation, designated in accordance with the European Union Habitats Directive (92/43/EEC)(as amended), and/or Special Protection Areas, designated in accordance with EU Birds Directive (2009/147/EC), that are awaiting a determination of an aquaculture licence application/renewal made under Section 10 of Fisheries Amendment Act 1997, will not be eligible under this scheme.
At a glance
- Provider
- Bord Iascaigh Mhara
- Type
- Grant
- Categories
- Grants
- Industries
- Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
- Source
- National Enterprise Hub
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