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

September 23, 2027

Around €6,000,000 total budget; typically one grant awarded; lump sum funding

Funds projects to enhance data collection, understanding, and cooperation regarding the organic farming sector’s contribution to sustainability across the EU.

--- ## Description This opportunity supports projects that aim to improve knowledge about the organic farming sector's impact on sustainability—encompassing environmental, economic, and social dimensions—within the European Union. Funded activities include mapping and analyzing existing data collection tools, platforms, and methods at EU, national, and local levels; identifying cost-effectiveness, best practices, and administrative challenges; and developing recommendations for better governance and use of data. The grant also supports training and networking to build capacity among organic farmers and value chain actors, fostering cooperation and increased efficiency in data collection. Both crop and livestock organic production systems are in scope, and strong collaboration with stakeholders is expected. --- ## Due Dates - September 23, 2027: Submission deadline (full application), 17:00 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - Total indicative budget for this topic: **€6,000,000** - Expected funding per project: **around €6,000,000** (typically one grant awarded) - Funding is provided as a lump sum under Horizon Europe Coordination and Support Actions (CSA). --- ## Eligibility - Open to legal entities (public or private) established in EU Member States or Associated Countries (see [Annex B](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)). - Proposals must apply the **multi-actor approach**: consortia should include a range of stakeholders (e.g., researchers, organic farmers, certification bodies, value chain actors). - Proposals must address all EU Member States. - Additional eligibility, financial, and operational capacity requirements apply (see [General Annexes](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 - Single-stage submission via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2027-02-FARM2FORK-04?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Applications must use the specific [CSA application form template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-csa_en.pdf). - Proposal page limits and layout are detailed in the application form and [General Annexes](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). - Evaluation criteria and scoring are described 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). - The call opens April 20, 2027, and closes September 23, 2027. --- ## Additional Information - Projects should support the implementation of the EU Action Plan for the Development of Organic Production and align with relevant EU policies (CAP, biodiversity, climate). - Both crop and livestock systems are eligible. - Collaboration with ongoing and upcoming EU-funded R&I projects is required. - Proposals must capitalize on existing knowledge/tools (e.g., Farm Sustainability Data Network). - Lump sum funding simplifies financial management but requires careful budget planning. --- ## External Links - [Call Details & Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2027-02-FARM2FORK-04?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [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, etc.)](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) - [EU Action Plan for Organic Production](https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A52021DC0141R%2801%29) - [Farm Sustainability Data Network](https://agriculture.ec.europa.eu/data-and-analysis/farm-structures-and-economics/fsdn_en) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Research Enquiry | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | IT/Portal Support | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | National Contact Points | [Find Your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 |

Improving understanding of the contribution of the organic farming sector to sustainability - European Commission

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