Soil-friendly practices in horticulture, including alternative growing media

Last updated: 16.7.2025
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The "Soil-friendly practices in horticulture, including alternative growing media" program, an Innovation Action under Horizon Europe"s "A Soil Deal for Europe" Mission, targets the development and uptake of sustainable solutions in horticulture. It aims to reduce the environmental footprint of the sector and enhance soil health by promoting novel products and management practices, including peat alternatives, to align with broader EU climate and biodiversity objectives.

Who is Funded

This section details the diverse range of entities and individuals eligible for funding under this program, outlining the broad geographical scope and the overarching objectives of promoting sustainable soil management in horticulture.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, focusing on innovative solutions and practices for sustainable horticulture. It specifies the thematic areas and the developmental stages of projects that the program aims to support.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial aspects of the program, including the type of financial instrument offered, the maximum funding available per project, and expected grant contributions.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential conditions and specific requirements for participation, emphasizing the collaborative multi-actor approach and adherence to broader Horizon Europe regulations.

Application Procedure

This section provides an overview of the application and evaluation process, highlighting where to find detailed procedural guidelines and information on how proposals are assessed.

This section outlines the authoritative legal and foundational documents that underpin the funding program, providing its mandate and governing principles.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

6,500,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

13,000,000 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Renewable Energy, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Service Sector, Information and Communication Technology, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Horticulture, viticulture

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Process Optimization, Market Introduction

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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