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

March 2026 (anticipated)

Multi-million Euro awards; typical Horizon Europe project duration 3–5 years

Supports interdisciplinary projects that advance governance and policy frameworks in food, bioeconomy, agriculture, and environment.

This is a forecasted call; details and deadlines are subject to change.

--- ## Description This Horizon Europe call seeks to fund projects that strengthen governance and policy frameworks within Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS), particularly through thematic networks. The focus is on improving the flow of knowledge to practice, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and supporting the overall governance of research and innovation in the food, bioeconomy, agriculture, and environmental sectors. Projects should offer innovative, interdisciplinary approaches and solutions that boost the impact of governance on sustainability and societal well-being. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated call opening: January 2026 - Anticipated proposal deadline: March 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Multi-million Euro project budgets are typical under Horizon Europe. - Project durations generally range from 3 to 5 years. - Final amounts and duration will be specified in the official call text. --- ## Eligibility - Open to consortia including universities, research organizations, SMEs, industry, public bodies, and NGOs from EU Member States and associated countries. - Proposals must address the specific scope of the call and demonstrate interdisciplinary collaboration. - Minimum consortium requirements and other eligibility criteria will be outlined in the official call documents. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2025-03-GOVERNANCE-12?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - The process typically includes registration, consortium formation, proposal preparation, and electronic submission. - Detailed guidance and templates will be available on the call’s official page once published. --- ## Additional Information - The call encourages projects that demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement and practical impact. - Interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral approaches are highly valued. - Applicants are advised to monitor the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2025-03-GOVERNANCE-12?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) for updates and final call details. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal – Call Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2025-03-GOVERNANCE-12?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission – Horizon Europe](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |-------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | ---

Increasing knowledge flows to practice within Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS) via thematic networks

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