LIGAWINE

1) Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to request clarification regarding the eligibility criteria for the current LIGAWINE open call. Specifically, we would like to confirm whether SMEs participating in the call are required to be non-profit entities, for-profit entities, or if both types of organizations are considered eligible. We would appreciate your guidance on this matter to ensure proper compliance with the call requirements. Thank you in advance for your help. Kind regards,

Thank you for your enquiry.

SMEs can be either non-profit or for-profit entities as long as they meet the EU SME definition.

https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/sme/public

2) For the purpose of the 70% LDR allocation rule, is Galicia (SPAIN) considered a Less Developed Region or an MD&T region? In the map is colored as MD&T, but according to the 2021-2027 cohesion period, the NUTS2 region of Galicia (ES11) is classified by the EU as a Less Developed Region, as its GDP falls below 75% of the EU average, therefore, we would like to clarify whether the Call will classify Galicia as a LDR. Thank you in advance

Thank you for your enquiry.

The Galicia region is considered a transition region, not a lesser developed region and so is not eligible.

https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A32021D1130

3) Are there any additional outputs required during implementation?

Yes, projects are required to delivery the following outputs:

1.A thematic video presenting the innovation and its project results

2.An Extended Practice Abstract for inclusion in the Innovation Catalogue

3. A business model and exploitation plan

4) What is the definition of a technology provider?

A legal entity that develops, owns, commercialises, integrates, or significantly customises a technological product, process, system, digital tool, equipment, or technical solution that can be deployed and validated under real vineyard or winery conditions.

5) Does the LDR rules apply to sub-contracting?

No, sub-contractors are not required to be SMEs,and are not geographically restricted.

Note: sub-contracting can be used up to a maximum of 25% of the budget and should be well justified

6) Where can I find the list of Less Developed Regions?

It is based on the EU Cohesion policy list

https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A32021D1130

7) Can an eligible winegrower apply under Strand 2 and subsequently contract my company as a service provider for project implementation?

Yes, the winegrower could potentially apply under strand 2 if their proposal clearly demonstrates how they will develop, integrate or significantly customize a technical solution

8) Dear team, could you please clarify what do you expect to have in the fields: "Main technology / solution type" and "Main wine-sector challenge addressed"? Is there a list of technologies and challenges where I need to choose from, or this is a free form text?

Thank you for your email and interest in the LIGAWINE Open Call. This is a free form question, there is no drop down menu but you should consult the Applicants Guide for more information, particularly 2.3 Specific Requirements for Sub-projects