Within the frameworks of program for supporting hazelnut production is actively in progress. Hazelnut orchards with more than 36,913 ha area are registered as of February 17. 

For participation in state program, the hazelnut farmers shall register their orchards till April 28, 2023 (inclusive).

Visits of the working group representatives of hazelnut cadastral registry of Rural Development Agency to villages will be carried out in accordance with the predetermined schedule. The information on schedule, indicating the specific region, village and visit is available at the following link. 

In order to participate in hazelnut production supporting program, a citizen of Georgia shall own or/and actually own a hazelnut orchard with total area of 0.2 ha and not more than 3 ha. The amount of the subsidy per 1 hectare of hazelnut orchard is 500 GEL. 

The individuals who have registered in program will have accrued relevant points on Liberty Bank plastic card. Accrual of points will be initiated on spring of current year. Deadline for use of sums or/and points accrued to the cards of beneficiaries at specialized shops is set for August 31, 2023 year.

The Hazelnut Production Supporting Program will be implemented in all municipalities of Georgia except the self-governing cities.

Detailed information on program can be found at the web-site of Rural Development Agency