Funding for SMEs and start-ups investing in innovation in the biofertilizers and biostimulants sector - CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Supports SMEs/start-ups innovating in biofertilizers and biostimulants with funding and expert coaching to accelerate sustainable agriculture solutions in Europe.
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Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: November 28, 2025 (Full application submission deadline, 17:00 CET/Brussels time)
Funding Amounts: Up to €60,000 per SME (single applicant); up to €120,000 for collaborative projects; total call budget €1.8M; project duration max 12 months.
Summary: Funds SMEs and start-ups innovating in biofertilizers and biostimulants, supporting project development, scale-up, and market entry in sustainable agriculture.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted in English by email; only one application per SME (single or consortium); strict eligibility by region.
Description
This funding opportunity supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups engaged in innovative activities in the biofertilizers and biostimulants sector. The program, part of the I3-4-BIOFERTILIZERS project, aims to accelerate the deployment, demonstration, and market entry of sustainable biofertilizer solutions across Europe. Selected beneficiaries receive not only financial support but also tailored expert coaching, technical, legal, and innovation advisory services throughout the project lifecycle. The call is structured into two strands: one for tools/services supporting existing investment cases, and one for open innovation and scale-up of new biofertilizer products and solutions.
