Strengthening the EU crop breeding research and innovation ecosystem for competitive, resilient, and sustainable agriculture
The Horizon Europe program, 'Strengthening the EU crop breeding research and innovation ecosystem for competitive, resilient, and sustainable agriculture', aims to foster a robust and integrated R&I environment. It uniquely bridges public and private sectors to drive innovation in crop breeding, contributing to the European Green Deal's objectives for sustainable agri-food systems and long-term food security across the EU and globally, particularly in Africa.
Who is Funded: Eligible Applicants, Geographic Scope, and Objectives
This section provides an overview of the entities eligible for funding, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. The program seeks to engage a wide array of stakeholders across the agri-food sector to achieve its goals.
What is Funded: Project Types and Thematic Areas
This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for support, including covered costs and the typical development stage of funded initiatives. The program focuses on innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section outlines the financial details of the support provided, including the type of financial instrument used and the maximum funding available per project.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to. It covers application terms, collaboration guidelines, and other important provisions that shape project implementation.
Application Procedure
This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of the funding program, from preparing and submitting proposals to understanding the evaluation and award mechanisms.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the foundational legal frameworks and official documents that establish and govern the funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational parameters.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
3,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
3,000,000 €
Deadline:
16.09.2025
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States (all 27), associated countries, EU outermost regions, and countries in Central and Eastern Europe. International cooperation is encouraged, particularly under the EU-Africa Partnership on Food and Nutrition Security and Sustainable Agriculture (FNSSA) and other global initiatives.
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Service Sector, Other
Beneficiaries:
Agriculture, crop breeding, agri-food sector, farmers, plant genetic resources, food processing, food distribution and retailing, food services, food consumption, public health, organic farming, fisheries, aquaculture.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Policy Development, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
EU Missions ('A Soil Deal for Europe', 'Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030'), European partnerships on Agroecology, Animal Health and Welfare, Sustainable Blue Economy, Sustainable Food Systems for people, planet and climate, Agriculture of Data (forthcoming), Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean areas (PRIMA), European Innovation Partnership for Agriculture Productivity and Sustainability (EIP-AGRI), Joint Research Centre (JRC) activities (EC Knowledge Centre for Bioeconomy, EU Soil Observatory, European Platform on Life Cycle Assessment, EC Knowledge Centre for Earth Observation, Knowledge Centre for Food Fraud and Quality, JRC secretariat for Scientific, Technical and Economic Committee for Fisheries), Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) (e.g., EIT Food), and international cooperation programmes (e.g., DeSIRA).
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