Preparatory action for the Horizon Europe Food System Partnership

Last updated: 17.7.2025
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The Preparatory action for the Horizon Europe Food System Partnership aims to establish innovative governance models that drive the transition towards sustainable food systems across Europe. This initiative seeks to align European Research and Innovation (R&I) policy priorities and leverage investments by connecting national, regional, and European R&I programs with diverse food system actors. The goal is to deliver co-benefits for nutrition, health, climate, biodiversity, circularity, and communities, directly supporting the European Green Deal and Farm to Fork strategy.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. It aims to support a broad range of entities and initiatives focused on transforming food systems and promoting sustainable development across Europe.

What is Funded

This section describes the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities supported by the program, emphasizing sustainable food systems, bioeconomy, environmental observations, and digital solutions.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial details of the funding, including the type of financial instrument, the maximum funding available per project, and the expected project duration.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the various conditions and requirements for participation, application, and project implementation under this program.

Application Procedure

This section details the application and evaluation processes for the funding program, including submission timelines and how decisions are communicated.

This section identifies the fundamental legal and official documents that govern the funding program.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

5,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

5,000,000 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union, Global

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Healthcare, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Commercialization, Planning, Policy Development, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Research Executive Agency

Additional Partners:

SCAR Strategic and Collaborative Working Groups, Joint Programming Initiatives, FAO, WFP, WHO, OECD, WEF, Project Drawdown, EIT FOOD KIC, European Technology Platforms and foundations, urban and regional food systems strategies.

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