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

September 22, 2027 | September 23, 2027

€5–6 million per project (lump sum); 2 projects expected to be funded; total topic budget €11.8 million.

Funds research to advance microbiome-based solutions for sustainable livestock health and productivity under a One Health approach.

--- ## Description This grant supports research on the transformative role of the microbiome in terrestrial livestock management, emphasizing the interconnected health of animals, humans, and the environment (One Health). Funded projects are expected to investigate microbiome impacts on livestock health, develop integrated monitoring systems, assess microbiome-based interventions, design holistic health models, and create strategies to reduce disease transmission and antimicrobial use. Proposals must foster cross-disciplinary collaboration and build synergies with ongoing EU initiatives, contributing to EU policy goals for sustainable agri-food systems, biodiversity, and antimicrobial resistance. --- ## Due Dates - **September 22, 2027:** Full application deadline (HORIZON-CL6-2027-02 call; single-stage) - **September 23, 2027:** Full application deadline (topic page for "Microbiome for terrestrial livestock sustainability and health within a One Health approach"; single-stage, 17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - **Total budget for topic:** €11,800,000 (2027 call) - **Expected grant size per project:** €5,000,000–€6,000,000 (lump sum funding) - **Number of projects to be funded:** 2 - **Funding rate:** 100% (Research and Innovation Action, lump sum) - **Project duration:** Typically 3–5 years (as per Horizon Europe norms; specify in proposal) --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** Legal entities from EU Member States and countries associated to Horizon Europe. Some non-associated third countries may participate with their own funding or, in exceptional cases, receive funding if deemed essential. - **Consortium requirement:** At least three independent legal entities from different eligible countries. - **Types of organizations:** Universities, research institutes, public bodies, private companies, NGOs, and international organizations. - **Gender Equality Plan:** Public bodies, research organizations, and higher education establishments in EU/associated countries must have a Gender Equality Plan in place. - **Exclusions:** Entities from Russia, Belarus, or non-government-controlled territories of Ukraine are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** Single-stage, electronic 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-03?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - **Proposal format:** Use the [standard Horizon Europe RIA application template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ria-ia_en.pdf); follow the page limits and structure. - **Budget:** Prepare a detailed lump sum budget using the [official Excel template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/temp-form/af/detailed-budget-table_he-ls-euratom_en.xlsm) and upload as an annex. - **Evaluation criteria:** Excellence, Impact, and Quality & Efficiency of Implementation (see [evaluation form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/ef/ef_he-ria-ia_en.pdf)). - **Supporting documents:** Refer to the [HE Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf), [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), and the [Model Grant Agreement](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/agr-contr/ls-mga_en.pdf). --- ## Additional Information - **Scope requirements:** Proposals must address all required activities, including microbiome characterization, data integration, intervention design, and cross-sector collaboration. - **Collaboration:** Projects should interact with each other and with relevant ongoing EU-funded projects and partnerships (especially those on animal health, One Health AMR, and pandemic preparedness). - **Policy relevance:** Projects must align with EU Green Deal, biodiversity, and antimicrobial resistance strategies. - **Lump sum funding:** No actual cost reporting; payment is based on completion of work packages as agreed in the grant. --- ## External Links - [Official topic page and application portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2027-02-FARM2FORK-03?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call overview and related topics](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/calls-for-proposals?callIdentifier=HORIZON-CL6-2027-02) - [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) - [Model Grant Agreement (lump sum)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/agr-contr/ls-mga_en.pdf) - [Detailed lump sum budget table template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/temp-form/af/detailed-budget-table_he-ls-euratom_en.xlsm) - [Lump sum funding: What do I need to know?](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/ls-funding-what-do-i-need-to-know_he_en.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Resource/Contact | |--------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General EC contact | +32 2 299 11 11 | | EC contact form | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Research Enquiry Service | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | National Contact Points | [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | IT Helpdesk | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | ---

Microbiome for terrestrial livestock sustainability and health within a One Health approach

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