EU allocates over 56 mln euros to support farmers hit by extreme weather

European Union (EU) member states on Monday endorsed the European Commission's proposal to mobilize more than 56 million euros (about 65 million U.S. dollars) from the agricultural reserve to support farmers in five member states affected by adverse climatic events and natural disasters.



Under the plan, Portugal will receive 30 million euros (34.28 million dollars), Romania 14.8 million euros (16.91 million dollars), Cyprus 4.6 million euros (5.26 million dollars), Croatia 4.4 million euros (5.03 million dollars) and Slovenia 2.8 million euros (3.20 million dollars). The allocated budget can be complemented by up to 200 percent of national funds.



The funds will support farmers who suffered significant damage and economic losses throughout 2025 and in the first half of 2026 due to extreme weather events, including storms, flooding, droughts, heatwaves and frosts.



According to the Commission, national authorities must ensure that farmers receive the support rapidly. The aid must be distributed no later than Feb. 28, 2027.