Food Systems grants
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Grants and contracts for sustainable food production, supply-chain resilience and nutrition. Funded by the USDA, EU CAP and Horizon Cluster 6, the World Bank and IFAD, and food-systems philanthropy such as the Rockefeller and Bezos Earth funds. Listed below are the open food systems grant calls in that landscape, taken from each funder's own notice and re-checked on every refresh.
This is the most fragmented funding landscape on the site. Money comes from agriculture and environment ministries, the EU Common Agricultural Policy and Horizon Cluster 6, the World Bank and IFAD, and a large conservation philanthropy sector including the Global Environment Facility and the major nature foundations. Cheque sizes span four orders of magnitude, and eligibility frequently turns on land tenure, on partnership with a local organisation, or on both.
This page lists open food systems grants currently tracked by Raise Lens — 831 of them right now, sorted with the soonest deadline first. Every listing has been classified against the sustainability taxonomy rather than matched on keywords, so what appears here is food systems work rather than anything whose description happens to mention it.
The funders publishing food systems grants here include DOL-ILAB, 51176802, 51176725, among 2 others. Who is funding matters as much as what: eligibility, reporting burden and the realistic timeline to a decision vary far more between funders than between individual calls.
Geographic coverage on this page spans GLOBAL, Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan. Eligibility is usually tied to where the work happens or where the applying organisation is registered, and the two are not always the same — worth checking before investing time in an application.
18 of these close within the next 30 days. Deadlines are taken from the source listing and re-checked on every refresh, but the originating funder remains the authority — always confirm against the official notice before you submit.
Protecting the American Seafood Supply Chain by Countering Unfair Labor Practices and Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing
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This funder grant funds projects that protect the American seafood supply chain by combating unfair labor practices and illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. It targets organizations working on labor standards enforcement, supply chain transparency, and sustainable fishing practices.
Diversification of nutritional food ingredient sources for increased EU resilience and strategic autonomy
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This Horizon Europe call funds innovation projects to diversify EU sources of nutritional food ingredients (proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, fibres) through agricultural and food biotechnology, enhancing food security and strategic autonomy. Eligible applicants include research institutions, SMEs, large companies, and consortia developing alternative ingredient sources, circular-economy food production, and food-safety solutions.
SSbD bio-based alternatives for fertilising and/or crop protection products
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This Horizon Europe call funds innovation projects developing safe-and-sustainable-by-design bio-based alternatives to synthetic fertilisers and crop protection products. It targets consortia (research institutions, SMEs, large companies) advancing agricultural biotechnology, bioactive molecules, and farming systems to reduce chemical inputs while maintaining crop yields.
Diversification of nutritional food ingredient sources for increased EU resilience and strategic autonomy
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This EU grant funds full industrial-scale biorefinery projects producing nutritional food ingredients (proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, fibres) from alternative bio-based sources to strengthen EU food-sector resilience and reduce environmental impact. Eligible projects must demonstrate production at TRL 8, validate use in food products at TRL 6+, and address safety, consumer acceptance, and cost competitiveness.
Full ADOPT Grant: Round 9
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This grant funds on-farm trial and demonstration projects for farming, growing, and forestry businesses in England to test and adopt new agricultural solutions and innovations. Eligible businesses can access up to £5 million in total funding to improve sector-wide adoption of new ideas.
Joint demonstration of solutions to build soil resilience to extreme weather events and support food security
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This is a joint EU demonstration call funding projects that build soil resilience to extreme weather and support food security through integrated, multi-actor approaches. Eligible projects will develop and demonstrate solutions combining soil health, sustainable land management, and climate adaptation to address food security challenges.
Antimicrobial resistance and antibiotic biosynthesis in soils: developing key understanding and counteractive strategies using a One-Health approach
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This Horizon Europe research call funds projects developing understanding of antimicrobial resistance and antibiotic biosynthesis in soils, with counteractive strategies using a One-Health approach. It targets research institutions and consortia across EU member states and associated countries working on soil biodiversity, soil biology, and sustainable soil management.
Boosting agrobiodiversity for food security and sustainable competitiveness
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This Horizon Europe call funds research and innovation projects that boost agricultural biodiversity to enhance food security and sustainable competitiveness in farming systems. It targets consortia of researchers, farmers, and stakeholders across Europe and international partners to develop agrobiodiversity solutions integrating digital tools, organic practices, and ecosystem services.
Balancing food security, bioeconomy, climate and biodiversity objectives to unlock sustainable value chains
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This Horizon Europe call funds research and innovation projects that integrate food security, bioeconomy, climate, and biodiversity objectives into sustainable value chains. It targets multi-actor consortia developing circular bio-based economy models, farm income diversification, and natural capital accounting across agricultural and food systems.
PRIMA 2026 Call for Projects - Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Region - Section 2
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PRIMA 2026 funds transnational research projects addressing Mediterranean water security, agricultural pest management, and food-chain traceability through digital innovation. Consortia must include at least four entities from three countries, with mandatory participation from both EU/associated states and Mediterranean Partner Countries.
Farming Futures R&D fund: Automation and Robotics Round 2
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UK-registered businesses can apply for up to £20 million in R&D funding to develop automation and robotics solutions for agriculture, horticulture, and forestry. This is a competitive grant round from the funder's Farming Futures R&D fund.
Capacity Building Support for Food Banking Network - 2026-2027
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This grant supports capacity-building initiatives for the European Food Bank Federation to strengthen its organizational and operational capabilities during 2026-2027. It targets food waste prevention and reduction across Europe's food banking network.
ACT Fund Technical Assistance Facility
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This is a technical assistance facility funding inclusive organic, regenerative, agroecological and climate-resilient agricultural systems, primarily in Sub-Saharan Africa. It supports farmers and agricultural organizations transitioning to sustainable farming practices with capacity-building and advisory services.
29th Call for Proposals – Impact Finance
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This is a callable funding opportunity for SMEs, enterprises, cooperatives, and governments in the commodity sector to access impact finance. The grant supports sustainable development and economic resilience in agriculture and commodity production.
Sheep Production and Marketing Grant Program FY 2026
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This USDA grant supports sheep production and marketing initiatives, funding projects that improve the sustainability and competitiveness of the U.S. sheep industry. Eligible applicants include sheep producers, agricultural organizations, and entities advancing sustainable sheep farming practices.
Prize Competition 2026
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Annual prize competition funding early-stage companies developing innovations in sustainable agriculture, food systems, and fintech solutions for financial inclusion. Open to startups and early-stage ventures globally.
Agritech Modernization Grant
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This grant funds modernization of smallholder farming systems through agritech, digital tools, and climate-smart practices to improve productivity, market access, and food security. Eligible applicants are agribusinesses, cooperatives, and agritech firms with established linkages to smallholder farmers, seeking $100K–$2.5M for technology deployment, capacity building, and value-chain strengthening.
Food and Agricultural Sciences National Needs Graduate and Postgraduate Fellowships
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This funder fellowship program provides stipend support to new graduate students pursuing master's, DVM, or doctoral degrees in food and agricultural sciences relevant to USDA's mission. Eligible applicants are U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents with strong potential to become food, agricultural, or natural resources scientists and professionals.
EU support to stakeholders to improve measurement of food waste and help implement food waste prevention in their operations and organisation - 2026-2027
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This EU grant supports stakeholders in measuring food waste and implementing prevention strategies within their operations and organisations. It targets food system actors seeking to reduce waste through improved measurement and operational change.
Plant Protection Act Section 7721 Fiscal Year 2027 National Clean Plant Network (NCPN)
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This funder grant funds the National Clean Plant Network (NCPN) to support plant health, disease prevention, and clean plant material distribution across the U.S. agricultural system. It is open to eligible institutions and organizations working on plant protection and sustainable crop production.
Resilient economy and security through ecosystem transitions grants
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This grant funds research to understand how ecosystem changes affect economic resilience, security, and prosperity, as part of a NERC-Defra co-funded programme. Applicants must be based at eligible UK organisations and can receive up to £2.5 million.
Co-creating solutions for soil health in Living Labs
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This grant funds co-creation of soil health solutions through Living Labs, supporting practical innovation in regenerative agriculture and soil management. It is open to organizations and consortia working on soil health as a primary intervention.
Alternatives to Industrial Animal Agriculture
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The funder funds non-profit organizations outside the US working to transition food systems away from industrial animal agriculture through plant-based diet promotion, plant-food access, and sustainable alternatives awareness. Mid-sized or larger nonprofits with proven track records are eligible for grants ranging from US$10,000 upward.
Specialty Crop Multi-State Grant Program 2026
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This USDA grant funds collaborative multi-state partnerships that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops through projects addressing food safety, plant pests, disease, research, and marketing. Eligible applicants include non-profit entities and state/territorial organizations working on crop-specific issues in domestic or foreign markets.
Grant for Agroecology Program (GAP) - Regular Fund in India
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This grant funds catalytic investments in agroecology enterprises and farmer producer organizations across India to scale sustainable farming practices, improve smallholder farmer livelihoods, and build resilient food systems. Priority is given to youth and women entrepreneurs in agri-value chains, with grants ranging from INR 20 lakhs to 1 crore (approximately $24K–$120K USD equivalent) across 10 Indian states.
Blue Food Futures Research Grant Program
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This grant funds applied research on blue foods (aquatic food systems) conducted by fellows working with policymakers and industry to generate evidence for climate, food security, and sustainability policy. It targets researchers at any career stage who can commit 10 hours/week for six months and produce policy-relevant outputs.
All Agritech Startups to collaborate with Farmers (India)
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The funder invites agritech startups to collaborate with farmers and address agricultural challenges in rural Kerala through innovative solutions. The programme funds startups addressing crop damage, pest management, irrigation, machinery costs, organic farming, bio-inputs, fair pricing, logistics, and labour challenges.
Fast-Track To Impact Programme
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The Fast-Track To Impact Programme provides mentorship, networking, and resources to alternative protein startups to accelerate sustainable food innovation. It supports registered companies with a minimum viable product in plant-based, fermentation, and cultivated protein categories, offering expert guidance on pitching, fundraising, brand development, and market expansion.
Support Programme for the Valorization of Non-Timber Forest Products in Burkina Faso
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This grant supports the development and commercialization of non-timber forest products (NTFPs) in Burkina Faso to improve food security and income generation for vulnerable populations. The final phase consolidates prior achievements while expanding to new regions, with particular focus on internally displaced persons, women, and youth affected by security crises.
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program
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The funder's AFRI Competitive Grants Program funds research, extension, and integrated projects across six priority areas including plant and animal health, food safety, bioenergy, natural resources, agriculture systems, and rural economics. The program is open to research institutions, universities, nonprofits, and other eligible organizations conducting foundational and applied science to advance sustainable agriculture.
Tribal Colleges Research Grants Program
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This grant funds research capacity development at tribal colleges in agriculture, natural resources, and human sciences, with emphasis on innovative agricultural technologies including AI, data science, and robotics. It targets undergraduate student training to prepare them for competitive careers in agriculture and related digital-forward fields.
Automated Scientific Discovery – Food (RAISE pilot)
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This Horizon Europe RAISE pilot funds automated scientific discovery and laboratory automation applied to food systems, alternative proteins, and food ingredients, supporting research teams to develop self-driving labs and AI-driven discovery platforms. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, SMEs, and consortia across EU member states and associated countries.
The Sahel Integrated Resilience Programme (SIRP)
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This grant funds the Sahel Integrated Resilience Programme, which builds climate-resilient food systems and strengthens community adaptive capacity across five West African countries. It targets 5+ million people through land rehabilitation, agropastoral productivity improvements, nutrition integration, and market linkages to reduce food insecurity and humanitarian dependency.
Strengthening plant health: addressing emerging plant pest risks
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This grant funds research and innovation projects addressing emerging plant pest and disease risks through integrated pest management, early detection, and digital/AI solutions. It targets multi-actor consortia (research institutions, SMEs, farmers) working on plant health strengthening across the EU.
Optimising the water-nutrient-energy nexus for sustainable and climate smart agriculture in Africa (FNSSA)
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This Horizon Europe call funds research and innovation projects optimizing water, nutrient, and energy resources in African agriculture to advance climate-smart and sustainable farming practices. Eligible applicants include research institutions, universities, SMEs, and consortia working on agricultural innovation, food security, and climate adaptation in Africa.
Innovative biotechnologies to restore soil health and improve agricultural competitiveness and resilience
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This grant funds innovative biotechnologies and digital solutions to restore soil health, enhance agricultural productivity, and build resilience in farming systems across Europe. It targets multi-actor consortia (research, industry, farmers) working on soil biodiversity, fertility, and management practices.
Living labs to enhance soil health in Continental, Black Sea, Pannonian and Steppic biogeographical regions
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This Horizon Europe call funds living labs and multi-actor projects to enhance soil health and biodiversity across four European biogeographical regions (Continental, Black Sea, Pannonian, Steppic). Projects will implement the EU's Soil Deal for Europe Mission through co-creation, integrated science, and bottom-up approaches to improve soil functions, fertility, and ecosystem services.
Promotion of agroecology and vertical farming for farmer's resilience building in Sierra Leone
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This grant funds agroecology and vertical farming initiatives in Sierra Leone to build resilient, chemical-free food systems and strengthen local ecosystems while creating inclusive livelihoods for farmers, women, youth, and persons with disabilities. The project combines demonstration farms, capacity building, research, and policy advocacy across Pujehun and Western Rural Districts.
Strengthening the resilience of European farmers through improved capacity in coping with risks and crises
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This Horizon Europe call funds research and innovation projects to strengthen European farmers' capacity to manage agricultural risks and crises through improved resilience strategies, risk assessment, and crisis management practices. Eligible applicants include research institutions, universities, farms, and multi-actor consortia working on farm economics, supply chain resilience, digital tools, and preventive agricultural practices.
Fostering generational renewal in agriculture via EU advisory network
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This EU Horizon Europe call funds coordination and support actions to strengthen advisory networks across Europe that help new and young farmers enter and succeed in agriculture, with emphasis on knowledge co-creation, digital tools, and multi-actor collaboration. Eligible applicants include agricultural advisors, farmer organizations, research institutions, and public bodies working to foster generational renewal in the farming sector.
Increasing knowledge flows to practice within AKIS via EU thematic knowledge hubs
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This Horizon Europe call funds the establishment and operation of EU thematic knowledge hubs to strengthen knowledge flows between agricultural research and practice within the Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation System (AKIS). It supports multi-actor networks, training, and knowledge exchange platforms across plant cropping, nutrition, protection, and pollinator-related topics.
Improving analytical capacity for sustainable competitiveness of the agricultural sector
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This Horizon Europe call funds research and innovation projects to strengthen analytical capacity and competitiveness of the agricultural sector through sustainable practices, digital tools, and multi-actor approaches. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, SMEs, and consortia working on agricultural economics, value-chain resilience, and sustainability modelling.
COPAN - Promoting climate change resilient coffee and honey value chains in communities in the Honduran dry corridor
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The funder is funding a 12-month climate resilience project strengthening coffee and honey value chains in Honduras' dry corridor through improved production, marketing, and climate adaptation capacity. The grant targets smallholder farming families and beekeeping associations to reduce poverty, increase income, and build adaptive capacity in vulnerable communities.
Conservation and sustainable use of crop wild relatives (CWR) and edible wild species (EWS), under an institutional framework and the development of rural community initiatives in Ecuador
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This grant funds institutional strengthening and community-based initiatives for the conservation and sustainable use of crop wild relatives and edible wild species in Ecuador. It targets rural communities and government bodies implementing agrobiodiversity conservation strategies to improve livelihoods and food security.
Support to Nagoya protocol implementation, research and development, on Biodiversity value chain for small holders in the South West and Far North Regions of Cameroon
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This grant supports implementation of the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) in Cameroon, enabling smallholder farmers in the South West and Far North regions to commercialize genetic resources and traditional knowledge while ensuring fair economic returns and biodiversity conservation. The programme operationalizes national ABS frameworks to create sustainable value chains that balance commercial utilization with environmental protection.
Circularity of seafood supply chain
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This Horizon Europe Innovation Action funds projects advancing circular economy principles in seafood supply chains, including aquaculture, fisheries, processing, and waste valorization. It targets consortia developing bioproducts, biomaterials, and systemic circularity solutions aligned with the EU's Restore our Ocean and Waters Mission.
Improve the capacity to monitor and reduce air pollution from agriculture
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This Horizon Europe call funds research and innovation projects to develop monitoring technologies and mitigation strategies for agricultural air pollution, including emissions from livestock and fertiliser application. It targets consortia of research institutions, SMEs, and farm stakeholders across EU member states and associated countries.
Fostering common farmland birds and mammals for resilient food production systems
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This Horizon Europe call funds research and innovation projects that foster common farmland birds and mammals to strengthen resilience and sustainability of food production systems. It targets multi-actor consortia applying agroecological and participatory approaches to integrate biodiversity conservation with agricultural productivity.