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ERA Talents call is now open – submit your proposal!

The action aims to improve job flexibility and employability for research and innovation talents, with a focus on widening countries. It emphasizes talent exchange between sectors and collaboration between academia and businesses for knowledge sharing. Read more and apply by 26 September 2024!

 
Discover the Agri-food Data Portal!

The portal is a centralized hub for harmonized, quality-assured agricultural data, including production, trade, consumption, and prices statistics. It brings together data from multiple sources, facilitating comparisons across countries, regions, and time periods. The portal serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, researchers, and the agri-food industry.

 
New Kazakhstan market-entry handbook

The Handbook aims to lead agri-food producers planning for, or in the process of entering, the Kazakh market. It provides detailed information on entering the agri-food market in Kazakhstan, including an analysis of the Kazakh market for different product categories, market access and market entry procedures, referrals to professional buyers and more.

 
The food and beverage market entry handbook Brazil

Are you interested in promoting your products in Brazil? This Handbook serves as a guide for agri-food producers entering the Brazilian market, offering step-by-step assistance, market analyses, entry procedures, IP protection, buyer referrals, and useful contact information to help navigate the Brazilian market.

 
European Union in China: Looking back to the High-Level Mission and the 2024 Anuga food fair

“In both China and Europe, we share the value of savouring an authentic product, enriched by a story and a history, shaped by real people and places” said EU Agriculture Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski in his April 2024 High-Level Mission address. The business delegation had over 640 matchmaking meetings between EU representatives and Chinese buyers, the EU being also present at the Anuga food fair in Shenzhen.

 
162 proposals submitted for the Promotion of Agricultural Products 2024 calls

Closed on 14 May 2024, MULTI and SIMPLE calls for proposals received 32 and 130 applications respectively, with a budget request of over €290.9 million. This funding opportunity focuses on informational and promotional campaigns for agri-products in the internal market and third countries. Successful applicants will be announced in autumn 2024.

 
Track all funding opportunities for rural areas with the EU Rural Toolkit

A new interactive guide is available, mapping all EU funding opportunities for rural areas. It includes funding from 26 different EU funds, examples, and case studies of successful EU fund implementation in rural areas. The guide features inspiring stories on a clickable map and is accessible to local authorities, institutions, businesses, associations, and individuals.

 
Encouraging uptake of sustainable low trophic aquaculture

Adopting a circular approach to aquaculture could help feed the Planet’s growing population in a highly sustainable manner. One viable option is to create a sustainable and competitive aquaculture industry. Find out how EU-funded project AquaVitae sets out to address this.

 
Nature’s threads: creating clothes from the ground up

Did you know that fungi have the potential to serve as a sustainable, bendy material within the fashion industry? EU-funded researchers are turning to two such crops in order to tackle the environmental harm of apparel made with synthetic fibres. They will use the web-like structure of the mushroom’s root system – the mycelium – as an alternative for clothing and other products.

 
High stakes: the Arctic test of sustainable development

The ArcticHubs and JUSTNORTH EU-funded projects are helping policymakers reconcile competing demands in a region full of natural resources, beauty, and tradition. The researchers aim to ensure fair and sustainable development in the Arctic region while respecting the needs and traditions of residents.

 
Be part of the change: Work in aquaculture!

Aquaculture is farming the sea and its aquatic organisms while reducing pressure on natural ecosystems and boosting development in coastal areas. The EU-funded project NewTechAqua explains how different profiles and skills are needed in this sector in order to make aquaculture more sustainable and productive. Watch the video!

 
Water: a vital resource in our lives

A film about water molecules, made in collaboration with the EU-funded project WaterAgri, has been awarded multiple prizes in the EU, the UK, and the US. The short film tells the story of two women bringing people together to celebrate water through dancing.

 
Up to €63 million available in new Cluster 6 calls!

New calls for research proposals worth up to €63 million in total are now open under Horizon Europe for funding projects on sustainable, healthy and fair food systems, fighting climate change, and agriculture. Learn more about the topics open for funding and apply!

 
New Mission Soil call is open!

A total budget of €134.5 million is available to fund projects that help enhance soil health under the 2024 EU Mission 'A Soil Deal for Europe' call. The deadline to submit your proposal is 8 October 2024. Watch the Info Days recordings and join the upcoming brokerage event on 21-22 May to connect with potential partners.

 
Save the date for the EU Missions Info Days

The EU Missions Info Days will take place on 25-26 April. There will be sessions dedicated to the five EU Missions: ‘A Soil Deal for Europe’, ‘Adaptation to Climate Change’, ‘Restore our Ocean and Waters’, ‘Climate-neutral and Cities’ and ‘Cancer’. There will also be a session dedicated to the New European Bauhaus. Applicants to the upcoming calls will learn about the kind of projects Horizon Europe aims to fund, and how to submit a good quality proposal.

 
Tips for project communication

Explore our new guidance pack featuring two tips and tricks videos for effective communication, an interview with EU-funded projects about maximizing social media impact, and a leaflet outlining the distinctions between communication, dissemination, and exploitation.

 
CORDIS Results on Pack Open schooling

The publication highlights nine EU-funded projects that provide tools and methods to connect schools with their communities. This initiative seeks to change the education system into an open learning environment, equipping students with skills for day-to-day life and future advancements.