Expanded budget allotted for climate advisory services
Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is taking a significant step forward in addressing climate change by offering a co-financed climate consultation. This consultation, focused on Climate Protection and Climate Change Adaptation, is designed to create a climate balance and develop sustainable strategies for businesses in the agricultural sector.
The consultation includes recording a business's initial situation, developing business-specific measures for Climate Protection, and accompanying and evaluating these measures. It also focuses on short-, medium-, and long-term adaptation options for animal and plant production in response to Climate Change.
Soil conservation and sustainable carbon sequestration play a central role in this consultation, ensuring the long-term health of the land and the environment. Adaptation strategies for possible extreme weather events can also be developed, preparing businesses for the challenges that climate change may bring.
Nine consulting organizations have been approved for this co-financed climate consultation in Baden-Württemberg. These organizations include the Allgäu Agricultural Consulting Association e.V., Neckar-Odenwald-Tauber Cropland Consulting Service e.V., Organic Fruit Consulting Service e.V., Bioland Consulting Service GmbH, Demeter Consulting e.V., Garden Consulting GmbH, Agricultural Consulting Service for Crops and Plant Production e.V., Agricultural Consulting Service for Cattle Ilshofen e.V., and LKV Consulting and Service GmbH.
The funding for this consultation is provided by the European Union, the federal and state governments of Baden-Württemberg, under the Development of Rural Areas (LEADER) and the Joint Task for Improving Agricultural Structures and Coastal Protection (GAK) programs. The funding rate for climate consultation has increased from 85% to 90% of net costs, and this higher funding rate applies to consulting contracts for module 274 concluded from September 1, 2025, onwards.
The contact details of all approved consulting organizations, the names of the consultants who provide climate consultation, the applicable hourly fee rates, and further information on "Consulting for the Future of the Countryside" are published online. The contact details for the Ministry of Food, Rural Areas and Consumer Protection can also be found on their website, with a Press Office and a Contact Form available for enquiries.
This jointly supported climate consultation involves engaging various societal groups—such as environmental organizations, land users, scientists, municipalities, and citizens—in an inclusive process to develop and evaluate climate-related plans or measures. This fosters transparency, trust, and the incorporation of local expertise to increase acceptance and success chances of the measures.
By offering this co-financed climate consultation, Baden-Württemberg is demonstrating its commitment to creating a sustainable future for its agricultural sector and contributing to global efforts in combating climate change. Businesses in the region now have the opportunity to take proactive steps towards climate protection and adaptation, ensuring the long-term viability and resilience of their operations.
