Intercropping – understanding and using the benefits of complexity in farming and value chains

Last updated: 17.7.2025
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The 'Intercropping – understanding and using the benefits of complexity in farming and value chains' program, part of Horizon Europe, aims to advance sustainable agriculture. It promotes crop diversification to enhance resilience against environmental, climatic, and economic challenges, aligning with the Green Deal's ambitious targets for reduced chemical use and increased organic farming. By fostering a deeper understanding and wider adoption of intercropping practices, the program seeks to deliver a more biodiverse and resilient farming sector across Europe.

Who is Funded: Advancing Intercropping in Europe

This section outlines the general eligibility for funding under the Intercropping program, detailing the types of applicants, the geographical scope, and the overarching objectives to foster sustainable and resilient agriculture through diverse cropping systems.

What is Funded: Sustainable Farming Innovations

This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on innovative activities within sustainable farming. It also clarifies the typical developmental stage of projects supported by this program.

Type and Scope of Funding for Intercropping Projects

This section provides essential details about the financial support available through the program, including the type of funding instrument, the potential funding amounts per project, and the required collaboration structure.

Conditions for Intercropping Research & Innovation

This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering aspects related to application terms, collaboration, and other specific provisions.

Application Procedure for Intercropping Innovations

This section guides potential applicants through the process of submitting proposals, including details on the submission stages and how evaluations and award decisions are conducted.

This section outlines the primary legal and official documents that provide the foundation and governance for the Intercropping funding program, indicating its legitimacy and the broader regulatory framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

8,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

16,000,000 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

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

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Agriculture, forestry & fishing, Food production

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

No additional specific partners mentioned by name, but calls for collaboration with other proposals and emphasizes a multi-actor approach involving advisors, farmers, other value chain players, and consumers.

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