Fostering generational renewal in agriculture via EU advisory network - European Commission
This grant funds the creation of an EU advisory network to train and empower advisors supporting young and new farmers, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and generational renewal in European agriculture.
Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: May 11, 2027: Full application deadline (single-stage)
Funding Amounts: €4.5 million total; expected single award; lump sum grant; project duration typically up to 4 years
Summary: Supports the creation of an EU advisory network to equip advisors with skills and tools to help young and new farmers succeed and innovate, ensuring generational renewal in European agriculture.
Key Information: Minimum 50% of project staff must be impartial advisors dedicating at least half their time to advising farmers.
Description
This grant, funded under Horizon Europe, aims to foster generational renewal in European agriculture by strengthening the role of advisors who support young and new farmers as they establish themselves in the sector. It focuses on developing a high-quality, attractive training and advisory offer that addresses the evolving skills and knowledge needs of the next generation of farmers, especially regarding climate change adaptation and biodiversity loss. Funded actions will facilitate in-depth knowledge exchange among advisors, develop and disseminate practical resources and learning materials, and empower advisors to guide new entrants through all stages of farm establishment. The initiative emphasizes generational transfer, gender equality, inclusion, and innovative EU-wide communication campaigns to reposition farming as an attractive career. Collaboration with national and regional authorities is encouraged to ensure long-term impact and sustainability.
