Agriculture
News about agriculture — harvests, subsidies, markets, policies, and challenges facing farmers.
DAF: 3.8 Million Hectares of Direct Payments Verified
The State Fund "Agriculture" completed verification of applications for direct payments for Campaign 2025. 742 hectares of doubly declared areas from 1059 beneficiaries were identified. Data is available online. The process has been optimized for greater convenience of farmers.
Bulgaria Expects Record Sunflower Harvest in 2025: Areas, Forecasts, and Effects
In 2025, sunflower acreage increased by 67% – to 985,000 ha, and the harvest may reach 2 million tons, an increase of over 30% compared to the previous year.
Hail Suppression Project: Silver Iodide Generators
The government is launching a hail suppression project, and a pilot site with ground-based silver iodide generators will be built in Karnobat.
Petition to ban the caging of calves submitted to the National Assembly
The "Invisible Animals" organization has submitted a petition to the National Assembly, signed by over 110,000 people, to ban the caging of calves.
Increase in agricultural product prices in Bulgaria in 2025
NSI reports a 15.6% increase in agricultural producer prices in the second quarter of 2025. Crop production shows a growth of 26.7%, while livestock production - 5.8%.
Lovech Region achieves record yields for autumn agricultural crops in 2025
The Regional Agriculture Directorate reports a significant increase in wheat, barley, and rapeseed production, thanks to favorable climatic conditions and modern agricultural techniques.
Organic producers sound the alarm: Ministry of Agriculture threatens green investments
Bulgarian Association "Bioproducts" sharply criticizes the attempt to redirect European funds, which threatens the ecological transformation in agriculture.
Emergency state aid for farmers after devastating fires: Up to 50,000 euros compensation
The Ministry of Agriculture is taking emergency measures to support farmers affected by forest fires through individual financial compensation under the "de minimis" scheme.
The State Fund "Agriculture" has allocated nearly 9 million leva for environmental activities in agriculture
Financial support for over 5,000 agricultural producers under an ecological scheme aimed at preserving biodiversity and ecological infrastructure in rural areas.
Peach Festival in Hrabrino: Local Farmers Showcase Their Rich Harvest
A traditional village festival brings together over ten peach producers in Hrabrino, showcasing local agriculture, cuisine, and crafts through a rich cultural program.
State Fund "Agriculture" determined the amount of "de minimis" aid for livestock farmers in 2025
The Management Board of the Fund for Agriculture approved differentiated rates to support farmers raising various types of animals in order to compensate for drought damages.
Agricultural organizations with new financing opportunities until 2027
The State Fund "Agriculture" announces a period for applying to operational programs in the "Fruits and Vegetables" sector with important conditions and deadlines for agricultural producers.
EU Commissioner Hansen arrives in Bulgaria to discuss the future of agriculture
Minister Takhov is expecting a high-level visit that will focus on the Common Agricultural Policy and the challenges facing European agriculture for the period 2028-2034.
The Eurozone - a historic chance for Bulgarian agriculture according to Minister Takhov
The Ministry of Agriculture presents key benefits of joining the eurozone, emphasizing economic advantages and the potential for modernization of the agricultural sector.
Bulgaria presents organic agriculture and wines at leading international forums in Germany
The Council of Ministers approved Bulgaria's participation in two prestigious exhibitions in 2026 - "BIOFACH" and "ProWein", which will support local producers in international trade.