[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

July 23, 2025 (17:00 Brussels time)

€700,000 total available for this topic; single-stage call.

Supports research on the ecology of insect vectors transmitting Xylella fastidiosa in EU table grape outbreaks to inform plant health risk management.

Applicants must be designated competent organisations per Article 36 of Regulation (EC) 178/2002.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, issued by the European Commission, aims to support research into the ecology of insect vectors responsible for the transmission of Xylella fastidiosa in table grape outbreaks within the European Union. The focus is on closing entomological knowledge gaps by studying the biology, behavior, and distribution of these vectors in regions affected by the pathogen. The resulting data will be used to inform risk assessments and develop effective risk management strategies to prevent and control the spread of Xylella fastidiosa in EU viticulture. --- ## Due Dates - Proposal submission deadline: **July 23, 2025 (17:00 Brussels time)** - Call opened: April 30, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - **Total budget for this topic:** €700,000 - **Funding mechanism:** Single-stage call - The number of grants to be awarded is indicative and depends on the quality and scope of proposals. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be on the list of competent organisations designated by EU Member States under Article 36 of Regulation (EC) 178/2002 and Commission Regulation (EC) 2230/2004. - The list is maintained by the EFSA Management Board and is available [here](https://efsa.force.com/competentorganisations/s/). - Further eligibility, financial, and operational capacity requirements are detailed in section 2.2 and 2.4 of the [Call for Proposals document](https://www.efsa.europa.eu/sites/default/files/documents/fin/Call%20for%20Proposals%20EUBA-EFSA-2025-PLANTS-01%20(4).pdf). --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** Proposals must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/EUBA-EFSA-2025-PLANTS-01-01-Lot1?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - **Stage:** Single-stage application process. - **Proposal requirements:** Admissibility and eligibility conditions are described in the call documents. - **Evaluation:** Criteria and processes are outlined in sections 2, 2.4, and 2.5 of the call document. - **Supporting documents:** Applicants should consult the [Call for Proposals](https://www.efsa.europa.eu/sites/default/files/documents/fin/Call%20for%20Proposals%20EUBA-EFSA-2025-PLANTS-01%20(4).pdf), [Annex 1 Draft Grant Agreement](https://www.efsa.europa.eu/sites/default/files/documents/fin/Annex%201%20-%20Draft%20grant%20agreement%20EUBA-EFSA-2025-PLANTS-01.pdf), and [Clarifications 1 to 3](https://www.efsa.europa.eu/sites/default/files/documents/fin/Clarifications%201%20to%203_EUBA-EFSA-2025-PLANTS-01.pdf). --- ## Additional Information - Only organisations listed as competent by EU Member States are eligible to apply. - All applicants must demonstrate financial and operational capacity as detailed in the call documents. - The call is managed by the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation of the European Commission. --- ## External Links - [Call Topic Details & Submission Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/EUBA-EFSA-2025-PLANTS-01-01-Lot1?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call for Proposals Document](https://www.efsa.europa.eu/sites/default/files/documents/fin/Call%20for%20Proposals%20EUBA-EFSA-2025-PLANTS-01%20(4).pdf) - [Annex 1 Draft Grant Agreement](https://www.efsa.europa.eu/sites/default/files/documents/fin/Annex%201%20-%20Draft%20grant%20agreement%20EUBA-EFSA-2025-PLANTS-01.pdf) - [List of Competent Organisations](https://efsa.force.com/competentorganisations/s/) - [Funding & Tenders Portal FAQ](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/faq) - [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Purpose | Details | |---------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Call-specific Help | [EFSAProcurement@efsa.europa.eu](mailto:EFSAProcurement@efsa.europa.eu) | | IT/Portal Support | [IT Helpdesk Contact Form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | ---

Ecology of insect vectors of Xylella fastidiosa in EU table grapes outbreaks

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