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

September 23, 2027

~€6,000,000 per project (2 grants expected); total call budget €12,000,000; lump sum funding

Supports research to strengthen evidence-based policies for the resilience of European agriculture, forestry, and supply chains against complex systemic risks and crises.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to enhance the analytical capacity and understanding of how European agriculture, forestry, and their associated supply chains are exposed to and impacted by complex systemic risks and crises, such as those driven by climate change and trade disruptions. The call supports the development of integrated strategies for prevention, preparedness, management, adaptation, and transformation to improve resilience at all stages of agri-food and forest-based supply chains. Proposals should focus on either: - Area A: Agriculture and agri-food supply chains, or - Area B: Forestry and forest-based supply chains. Projects are expected to: - Analyze the propagation of shocks and impacts at multiple scales (local to global). - Identify effective socio-economic and technological solutions. - Consider societal, institutional, and economic factors. - Leverage interdisciplinary collaboration (social sciences, humanities, STEM). - Build on existing research and foster synergies with other EU initiatives (e.g., EU Missions on Climate Change Adaptation and Soil). The call encourages collaboration and joint activities between funded projects, as well as with relevant EU-funded initiatives. --- ## Due Dates - Full application submission deadline: September 23, 2027 (17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Total call budget: €12,000,000 - Expected number of grants: 2 - Typical award size: ~€6,000,000 per project (lump sum) - Funding mechanism: Lump sum grant (HORIZON-RIA, Research and Innovation Actions) --- ## Eligibility - Open to legal entities from EU Member States and 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) for full list). - International partners may participate under certain conditions. - Proposals must clearly indicate whether they address Area A or Area B. - The Joint Research Centre (JRC) may participate as a consortium member (with zero funding or as an associated partner). - Proposals must be collaborative and interdisciplinary. --- ## 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-CLIMATE-02?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Planned opening date: April 20, 2027 - Deadline: September 23, 2027 (17:00 Brussels time) - Application materials and templates available in the [Submission System](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2027-02-CLIMATE-02?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Proposals must follow layout and page limits as specified in the call documents. - Evaluation criteria and process detailed 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) and the [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual). --- ## Additional Information - Proposals must include a plan for collaboration with other projects funded under this topic. - Area A and Area B will each fund the highest-ranked eligible proposal (subject to thresholds). - Proposals should ensure complementarity and synergies with other EU-funded projects and initiatives. - Lump sum funding model applies; see [guidance](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/ls-funding-what-do-i-need-to-know_he_en.pdf). - For detailed rules and requirements, consult the [HE Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf). --- ## External Links - [Call Details & Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2027-02-CLIMATE-02?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) - [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [Partner Search Tool](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/partner-search?order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=lastModified&isExactMatch=true&type=ORGANISATION,PERSON&frameworkProgramme=43108390) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Contact Details | |-------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General EC Contact | +32 2 299 11 11 | | EC Contact Page | [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 | [National Contact Points (NCPs)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | IT Helpdesk | [IT Helpdesk Contact Form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) |

Strengthening evidence-based policies for the resilience of European agriculture and forestry and related supply chains against crises and systemic risks - European Commission

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