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Rural Business Development Grant Scheme 2025/2026 to open for applications in Northern Ireland

Eligible rural businesses can apply for capital assistance of 50% up to the value of £7,500 for the purchase of capital equipment which aims to help businesses enhance sustainability and growth

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Rural Business Development Grant Scheme 2025/2026 to open for applications in Northern Ireland

Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) Minister Andrew Muir MLA has announced that a Rural Business Development Grant Scheme (RBDGS) will open for applications on Thursday September...

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