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September 1, 2025: Application submission deadline

Total budget: €1,000,000; award sizes and duration vary by project.

Supports projects using climate smart technologies to enhance food security and agricultural value chains in Nigeria.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity, funded by the European Commission, aims to strengthen food security and food systems in Nigeria through the adoption and integration of climate smart technologies. The focus is on developing sustainable agricultural value chains, fostering innovation, and building resilience against climate-related challenges. Projects are expected to leverage modern technological solutions to improve agricultural productivity, reduce environmental impact, and ensure sustainable food systems for Nigerian communities. --- ## Due Dates - September 1, 2025: Application submission deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Total available funding: €1,000,000 - Award sizes and project duration will vary based on the scope and objectives of the selected proposals. - Funding rate: Typically up to 100% for research and innovation actions, as per Horizon Europe rules. --- ## Eligibility - **Who can apply:** - Any legal entity, regardless of place of establishment, including organizations from EU Member States, associated countries, and eligible low- and middle-income countries (including Nigeria). - Typical applicants include research organizations, universities, public bodies, NGOs, and private sector entities. - **Consortium requirements:** - Proposals generally require a consortium of at least three independent legal entities from different eligible countries (with at least one from an EU Member State). - **Additional requirements:** - Applicants must be registered in the [EU Participant Register](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/participant-register). - Public bodies, research organizations, and higher education institutions from Member States or Associated Countries must have a gender equality plan in place. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/prospect-details/184419PROSPECTSEN). - Proposals must use the provided forms and adhere to all admissibility and eligibility criteria outlined in the call documentation. - The application consists of: - Part A: Administrative information (online form) - Part B: Technical description (PDF upload) - Evaluation is based on criteria of excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation. - Only complete applications submitted before the deadline will be considered. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must focus exclusively on civil applications. - Proposals should address the integration of climate smart technologies in food systems and demonstrate clear pathways to impact. - Awarded projects are expected to contribute to the development of resilient and sustainable agricultural value chains in Nigeria. - For more details on eligibility, evaluation, and grant management, consult the [Horizon Europe General Annexes (PDF)](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). --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal: Grant Opportunity Page](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/prospect-details/184419PROSPECTSEN) - [Eligibility: Who Can Get Funding?](https://commission.europa.eu/funding-tenders/how-apply/eligibility-who-can-get-funding_en) - [Horizon Europe General Annexes (PDF)](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) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Funder Contact Page | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | General Helpline | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Funding Portal Support | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesk) | ---

Improving Food Security and Food System Using Climate Smart Technologies for Enhanced Value Chains Development in Nigeria

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