Innovation Projects for the Industrial Sector: Agriculture and the Food Industry (FFL/JA)
Supports research-driven innovation in Norway’s agriculture and food industry, targeting supply security, sustainability, technology, and consumer needs.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: June 10, 2026, 13:00 CEST (current cycle) | Open-ended (ongoing until funds are exhausted)
Funding Amounts: NOK 1,000,000–16,000,000 per project; total call budget NOK 60,000,000; project duration 12–48 months.
Summary: Supports research-based innovation projects in Norway's agriculture and food industry, targeting supply security, sustainability, technology, and consumer needs.
Key Information: Applications are processed on a rolling basis until funds are depleted; call may close early if budget is exhausted.
Description
This funding opportunity is designed to stimulate research-based innovation and transformation within Norway’s land-based food and beverage value chain. The grant supports projects that deliver new or significantly improved products, services, manufacturing processes, or delivery methods, with a focus on at least one of four thematic areas: food and supply security, climate/environment/circular economy, technology and digitalisation, or society and consumer. The initiative aims to trigger R&D activities that would not occur without external support, prioritizing applied research that addresses real challenges and knowledge needs throughout the value chain. Projects must align with Norwegian agricultural policy objectives and demonstrate clear utility, value creation, profitability, and sustainable development.
