Italy's €285m plan to offset fuel, fertilizer price hikes wins EU approval
( August 28, 2026, 12:05 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Companies active in agriculture, fisheries or aquaculture suffering from increased fuel and fertilizer prices due to the crisis in the Middle East will be eligible for direct grants and tax advantages under an Italian regional plan worth €285 million that won EU state aid approval. The European Commission said Friday that the program is necessary and proportionate, and that it doesn't adversely affect trading conditions.Statement follows. ...
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