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

September 4, 2025 (Stage 1) | February 18, 2026 (Stage 2)

~€6,000,000 per project (2 projects funded; lump sum grants)

Funding for research to address emerging plant health risks, develop pest management solutions, and support sustainable, resilient EU agri-food systems.

Two-stage application; multi-actor approach required; blind evaluation in Stage 1.

--- ## Description This call supports research and innovation projects addressing emerging and future risks to plant health in the EU and Associated Countries. Projects should aim to enhance the resilience and sustainability of agri-food systems by developing strategies, tools, and approaches for effective pest management, in line with the European Green Deal, the EU biodiversity strategy for 2030, and the Common Agricultural Policy. The grant encourages multidisciplinary, One Health, and multi-actor approaches, empowering farmers and key stakeholders to maintain sustainable, efficient, and circular farming systems with low greenhouse gas emissions. Outcomes should benefit both conventional and organic farming and provide scientific support for policy development. --- ## Due Dates - **Stage 1 Proposal Deadline:** September 4, 2025 (17:00 Brussels time) - **Stage 2 Proposal Deadline:** February 18, 2026 (17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - **Total Budget:** €12,000,000 - **Indicative Grant Size:** Approximately €6,000,000 per project - **Number of Projects Funded:** 2 - **Funding Type:** Lump sum grant --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** Legal entities from EU Member States and Associated Countries. Some non-EU/non-Associated Countries may also participate if they provide their own funding. - **Consortium Requirement:** Multi-actor approach is mandatory; consortia must include a range of relevant actors (research, plant health services, farming/forestry sectors, advisory services, industry). - **Other Criteria:** Proposals must align with the expected outcomes and scope outlined in the call and adhere to blind evaluation requirements for Stage 1 (no identifying information in the abstract or Part B). - **Financial Support to Third Parties:** Up to 10% of the EU funding may be allocated for third-party activities, with a maximum of €60,000 per third party. --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** Two-stage process via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-FARM2FORK-01-two-stage?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - Stage 1: Short proposal, evaluated blindly - Stage 2: Full proposal (if invited) - **Evaluation:** Proposals are assessed based on excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation. Stage 1 is a blind evaluation. - **Templates and Guidance:** See application templates and guides available on the Funding & Tenders Portal. - **Key Documents:** - [Standard application form (HE RIA, IA)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ria-ia_en.pdf) - [Standard application form (HE RIA IA Stage 1)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ria-ia-stage-1_en.pdf) - [HE Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) --- ## Additional Information - **Scope:** Proposals should address one or more new or emerging plant pests impacting EU/Associated Country agriculture or forestry, including regulated and non-regulated pests. Projects should enhance understanding of pest biology, pathways, and spread; develop rapid detection and control tools; assess socio-economic and environmental impacts; and foster holistic, sustainable pest management. - **International Collaboration:** Strongly encouraged, especially with countries affected or threatened by the same pests. - **Research Infrastructures:** Applicants are encouraged to leverage European research infrastructures and accredited laboratories where relevant. - **Complementarity:** Proposals should ensure coherence with ongoing Horizon Europe projects and capitalize on existing research findings. --- ## External Links - [Call Topic & Submission Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-FARM2FORK-01-two-stage?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [General Annexes (2025)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2025/wp-14-general-annexes_horizon-2025_en.pdf) - [Partner Search Tool](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/partner-search) - [National Contact Points](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Link / Details | |---------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General EC Contact | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Research Enquiry Service | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | IT Helpdesk (Portal support) | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | National Contact Points (NCPs) | [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) |

Emerging and future risks to plant health

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