TIRANA, January 30 – Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Energy Belinda Balluku said the Albanian government remains fully committed to supporting farmers and livestock breeders. She made the remarks during a meeting with farmers in Divjaka on the National Scheme 2026, attended by Prime Minister Edi Rama.

In this context, Balluku pointed to year-on-year financial data to illustrate a clear shift in how support reaches the agricultural sector. As a result, she said, support schemes now function more efficiently because farmers understand them better and navigate the application process with greater confidence.

Turning to concrete figures, Balluku explained that in 2025 the government allocated more than 600 million lek to support schemes. Consequently, farmers absorbed 95 percent of the available funds, a result that reflects improved implementation and stronger engagement on the ground.

Looking ahead, Balluku stressed that the 2026 budget marks the highest level of public funding ever dedicated to agriculture, livestock, and fisheries. She added that this increase aims to strengthen domestic production and ensure sustainable, long-term support for the sector.

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