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

September 22, 2027

€12,000,000 total; typical project €6,000,000; 2 projects expected; lump sum funding

Supports research and innovation to enhance farmland bird and mammal habitats, promoting biodiversity-friendly, resilient food production systems.

Proposals must implement a multi-actor approach, involving farmers and land managers.

--- ## Description This Horizon Europe call funds research and innovation actions (RIA) aimed at fostering common farmland birds and mammals to support resilient, sustainable food production systems. The goal is to enhance ecosystem services such as pest control, pollination, and seed dispersal by improving the habitats of farmland birds and mammals, thereby contributing to both biodiversity conservation and agricultural productivity. Projects should synthesize the impacts of farming practices on these animal populations, develop participatory and farmer-focused education programs, and advance or create incentives for bird- and mammal-friendly agricultural solutions. The call emphasizes collaboration between researchers, farmers, land managers, and conservationists, and requires demonstration of economic co-benefits and scalability of biodiversity-friendly practices. --- ## Due Dates - September 22, 2027: Full application deadline (single-stage), 17:00 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - Total budget for this topic: €12,000,000 - Expected EU contribution per project: around €6,000,000 - Indicative number of projects to be funded: 2 - Funding is provided as a lump sum grant --- ## Eligibility - **Consortium requirements:** At least three independent legal entities from three different eligible countries (EU Member States or Horizon Europe Associated Countries). - **Multi-actor approach:** Proposals must involve a range of stakeholders, particularly farmers and land managers, to ensure co-creation and practical relevance. - **Eligible countries:** EU Member States, Horizon Europe Associated Countries, and certain non-EU countries as specified in Annex B of the Horizon Europe Work Programme. - **Additional eligibility:** Proposals must follow the multi-actor approach as defined in the Work Programme. See the [detailed eligibility criteria](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.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/HORIZON-CL6-2027-01-BIODIV-08?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) by the deadline. - **Format:** Use the standard application form for Horizon Europe RIAs (Part A: administrative forms; Part B: technical description, max 40 pages). - **Evaluation:** Proposals are evaluated based on excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation, as outlined in [Annex D](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf). - **Lump sum funding:** Budget must be justified in detail; see [lump sum guidance](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/ls-funding-what-do-i-need-to-know_he_en.pdf). - **Multi-actor approach:** The proposal must clearly demonstrate co-design and co-implementation with relevant stakeholders, including farmers, land managers, and conservationists. See [multi-actor approach requirements](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-9-food-bioeconomy-natural-resources-agriculture-and-environment_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf#page=17). --- ## Additional Information - Proposals should build on previous EU and national projects (e.g., Horizon 2020, LIFE, Agroecology Partnership). - Projects must ensure close cooperation with the EC Knowledge Centre for Biodiversity (KCBD). - Activities should align with the EU Vision for Agriculture and Food, the EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030, Birds and Habitats Directives, the Nature Restoration Regulation, and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. - The call supports the EU’s Green Deal and strategies for sustainable agriculture and food security. --- ## External Links - [Topic Details & Application Submission](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2027-01-BIODIV-08?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call Overview (HORIZON-CL6-2027-01)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/calls-for-proposals?callIdentifier=HORIZON-CL6-2027-01) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [General Annexes (eligibility, evaluation, legal)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf) - [Online Manual (step-by-step application guide)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/guidance/om_en.pdf) - [Multi-actor approach details (see p.17)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-9-food-bioeconomy-natural-resources-agriculture-and-environment_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf#page=17) - [Lump Sum Funding Guidance](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/ls-funding-what-do-i-need-to-know_he_en.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Funder Main Contact | [European Commission Contact Portal](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | National Contact Points (NCPs) | [Find your NCP for Horizon Europe](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | IT Helpdesk | [EU Funding & Tenders IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | ---

Fostering common farmland birds and mammals for resilient food production systems

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