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

September 16, 2025

€10 million total; expected grant size around €5 million; project duration typically 3–5 years; 2 projects funded

Funds research to develop models and strategies for agricultural adaptation to shifting climate zones and changing agroecological conditions.

Lump sum grant; single-stage application; detailed budget table required at submission.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity supports research and innovation to improve the understanding and management of medium- and long-term impacts of shifting climatic zones and changing agroecological environments on agriculture. Projects should develop, test, and validate dynamic models of climate change impacts on agriculture, considering diverse agroecological systems and pedoclimatic conditions. Research is expected to characterize the geo-distribution of cropping systems (including permanent crops, grasslands, and livestock farming) and assess sustainability, productivity, and resilience under various climate change scenarios. The call encourages the development of decision-support tools and business strategies for evidence-based land use and management, enabling tailored adaptation and restoration pathways for agricultural systems. Proposals should integrate Earth observation data, advanced AI techniques, and multidisciplinary approaches, including contributions from social sciences and humanities. Collaboration with other Horizon Europe projects and partnerships (such as the Agroecology Partnership and the Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change) is expected. --- ## Due Dates - September 16, 2025: Full application deadline (single-stage), 17:00 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - Total call budget: €10,000,000 - Expected grant size: ~€5,000,000 per project - Number of grants: 2 - Funding rate: 100% (Research and Innovation Action, Lump Sum) - Project duration: typically 3–5 years --- ## Eligibility - **Consortium requirements:** Minimum of three independent legal entities from three different EU Member States or Horizon Europe Associated Countries. - **Eligible entities:** Any legal entity (universities, research organizations, companies, public bodies, NGOs) from EU Member States or Associated Countries. Some non-associated third countries may participate without funding unless their participation is deemed essential. - **Special requirements:** - Public bodies, research organizations, and higher education institutions in the EU/Associated Countries must have a Gender Equality Plan in place. - Projects must focus exclusively on civil applications. - Entities from Russia, Belarus, or non-government-controlled Ukrainian territories are not eligible. - **Additional notes:** The Joint Research Centre (JRC) may participate as a consortium member. Associated partners, subcontractors, and affiliated entities may be included as per Horizon Europe rules. --- ## Application Process - **Submission format:** Single-stage, full proposal via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-CLIMATE-03?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - **Proposal requirements:** - Use standard Horizon Europe RIA/IA application forms (Part A and Part B). - Attach a detailed lump sum budget table (Excel template provided). - Provide a plan for dissemination, exploitation, and communication. - Describe consortium roles, work packages, deliverables, milestones, and risk mitigation. - Address open science, gender dimension, and (if relevant) SSH integration. - **Evaluation:** Proposals evaluated on excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation. Lump sum budgets are assessed for reasonableness and alignment with activities. - **Page limits:** 45 pages for the technical description (Part B) for lump sum topics. - **Timeline:** Evaluation results expected January 2026; grant agreements typically signed within 8 months of deadline. --- ## Additional Information - **Lump sum grant:** Payment is based on completion of work packages, not actual costs. No financial audits on costs; focus is on technical implementation. - **Budget flexibility:** Budget allocations per work package and beneficiary are fixed in the grant agreement but can be amended if justified. - **Open science and data management:** Projects must provide open access to research outputs and data management plans. - **Ethics:** Proposals must pass an ethics review and comply with EU/national/international law. - **Collaboration:** Projects are expected to coordinate with other Horizon Europe projects and relevant EU initiatives/partnerships. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal – Topic Page](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-CLIMATE-03?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [General Annexes – Work Programme 2025 (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2025/wp-14-general-annexes_horizon-2025_en.pdf) - [Lump Sum Funding 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) - [Detailed Lump Sum Budget Table Template (Excel)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/temp-form/af/detailed-budget-table_he-ls-euratom_en.xlsm) - [Online Manual for Applicants](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [National Contact Points (NCPs)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) - [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |-------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Funder General Contact | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Funding & Tenders IT Helpdesk | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | National Contact Points (NCP) | [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | Research Enquiry Service | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | ---

Understanding and managing medium and longer-term challenges and opportunities for agriculture stemming from shifting climatic zones and changing agroecological environments

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