Funding for International Collaborative Projects within the National Bioeconomy Strategy "Promotion of Agroecology in Agricultural Production Systems and Regional Landscapes"

The AGROECOLOGY funding program is aimed at a wide range of applicants in Germany who wish to advance agroecological research and development projects in international consortia. The goal is to transform agriculture towards greater sustainability and resilience.

Funding is provided for research and development projects in the field of agroecology, focusing on two main thematic areas: improving agroecology in agricultural production systems and implementation at the regional landscape level. Projects should be interdisciplinary and designed with a multi-stakeholder perspective.

The AGROECOLOGY funding program offers non-repayable grants for international collaborative projects with a maximum duration of up to three years. The funding amount varies depending on the applicant type and consortium role, with special bonuses for SMEs.

To be admitted to the AGROECOLOGY funding program, applicants must meet specific criteria regarding project content, collaboration, and legal frameworks. This includes considering sustainability aspects, complying with state aid regulations, and regulating collaboration within consortia.

The application procedure for the AGROECOLOGY program is structured in three stages, starting with the submission of an idea outline, followed by a project outline, and finally the formal funding application. The process includes international peer review and requires the use of electronic application systems.

The AGROECOLOGY funding program is based on a specific guideline from the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and the general budgetary provisions of the federal government. It is also subject to the state aid regulations of the European Union, particularly the General Block Exemption Regulation (GBER).