Optimising the water-nutrient-energy nexus for sustainable and climate smart agriculture in Africa (FNSSA)
Funds collaborative research to develop integrated water, nutrient, and energy management solutions for sustainable, climate-smart agriculture in African agro-ecosystems.
Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: April 8, 2027 (Stage 1) | September 14, 2027 (Stage 2)
Funding Amounts: ~€6,000,000 per project (lump sum); total call budget €12,000,000; typically 2 projects funded
Summary: Supports research and innovation projects to optimize water, nutrient, and energy management for sustainable, climate-smart agriculture in African agro-ecosystems.
Key Information: Consortia must include at least three independent legal entities established in African Union member states.
Description
This Horizon Europe call funds collaborative research and innovation projects that develop and implement integrated solutions for water, nutrient, and energy management in African agriculture. The focus is on advancing sustainable, biodiversity-friendly, and climate-smart farming practices through a nexus approach, aiming to improve resource efficiency, circularity, and resilience in diverse African agro-ecosystems. Projects are expected to assess needs and opportunities, develop new tools and practices for on-farm optimization, and evaluate environmental, economic, and social impacts. The call encourages the integration of local and scientific knowledge, collaboration with ongoing initiatives and living labs, and translation of results into tangible business, service, and employment opportunities supporting EU and African Union climate and food security goals.
