Pilot network of climate-positive organic farms

Last updated: 16.7.2025
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The Pilot Network of Climate-Positive Organic Farms, a Horizon Europe initiative, aims to enhance the climate change mitigation and adaptation capacity of organic holdings across the EU. This program is crucial for advancing the Farm to Fork strategy, targeting 25% organic agricultural land by 2030, and fostering innovation in sustainable carbon cycles and organic production practices. It emphasizes the collection and accessibility of data to inform EU policy and consumer awareness, while strengthening agricultural knowledge and innovation systems.

Who is Funded: Eligibility and Objectives

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for funding, detailing the types of applicants, the geographical areas of focus, and the overall objectives that the program aims to achieve. The program is designed to support a multi-actor approach, fostering collaboration across various stakeholders to enhance climate action in organic farming.

What is Funded: Scope and Focus

This section details the specific types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on organic farming, climate action, and sustainable resource management. It also clarifies the nature of eligible costs and the typical development stage of supported initiatives.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides essential details about the financial structure of the program, including the type of financial support offered, the available funding amounts, and the expected project contributions.

Conditions and Requirements for Applicants

This section outlines the key rules and specific requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to for participation in the program, covering application terms, collaboration rules, and financial stipulations.

Application and Award Procedure

This section guides applicants through the process of submitting their proposals, detailing the evaluation methodology, and explaining how funding decisions are reached and communicated.

This section outlines the authoritative documents and regulations that form the legal foundation for the program, ensuring its mandate and proper operation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

5,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

Total call budget: 108,000,000 €; Specific topic budget: 5,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

12.04.2023

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU regions

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Organic farming sector, Agriculture, Forestry, Food production

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Pilot Testing, Implementation, Policy Development, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

Research Executive Agency

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