Pathway to animal welfare quantitative risk assessment: piloting a standardised collection of Animal Based Measures in pigs
The "Pathway to Animal Welfare Quantitative Risk Assessment" program, identified as EUBA-EFSA-2024-BIOHAW-01, is a targeted initiative by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) focusing on advancing animal welfare science. Its core purpose is to pilot a standardized collection of Animal Based Measures (ABMs) in pigs, paving the way for more robust quantitative risk assessments in animal welfare. This program offers grants exclusively to competent organisations designated by EU Member States.
Who is Funded: Eligibility & Objectives
This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its overarching objectives. Funding is primarily targeted at competent organizations within EU Member States, with a strategic aim to enhance animal welfare through data-driven risk assessment.
What is Funded: Project Scope & Focus
This section outlines the thematic areas and types of projects eligible for funding, focusing on animal welfare, particularly for pigs. It also indicates the typical developmental stage of supported projects, which leans towards applied research and experimental development.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section details the financial support offered, primarily in the form of grants. The total allocated budget for this specific call is 1.5 million Euros for the year 2025, which represents the maximum available funding.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering aspects of application, potential collaboration, and other regulatory provisions. Detailed criteria are specified in the official call documents.
Application Procedure
This section guides potential applicants through the application submission process, including important dates and how proposals are evaluated. The application period for this call is now closed.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that authorize and govern the funding program, as well as where these official texts can be accessed.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
1,500,000 €
Allocated Budget:
1,500,000 €
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
EU Member States
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Animal welfare, livestock farming, veterinary science
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Implementation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
Managed By:
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
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