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Development of vineyard sector in Bulgaria is determined from one side by appropriate natural and climatic conditions and existing vineyard structure, as well as the traditions in selection of varieties and technology in wine producing. The aim of the paper is to analyze and assess the financing in the vineyard sector for the period 2007-2013 under the measure "Restructuring and conversion of vineyards" and on this basis to make generalized conclusions for, implementation of the measure in the previous programming period and to provide guidelines to enhance the potential of the sector through the use of funding in the new programming period. The paper presents the analysis of the possibilities for funding under the measure "Restructuring and conversion of vineyards"; analysis of the fund distribution of the measure for the period 2007-2013;analysis of the disbursed budget; analysis of maximal financial support per ha for different activities, evaluation of financial application and impact of the measure. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discussed the state and trends in table grapes production development in Bulgaria during the period 2004-2015. The dynamics in the size of the cultivated area, the level of average yields and production were analyzed. The changes in the specialization and concentration of production were outlined. The trends in consumption, imports and exports of table grapes were presented. The main problems defining the low level of profitability of table grapes production were identified. The opportunities for financial support through the mechanisms of the Common Agricultural Policy 2014-2020 were indicated with a view of the prospects for sustainable development of the sub-sector in the mid-term plan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]