Fostering generational renewal in agriculture via EU advisory network

Overview

Supports the creation of an EU-wide advisory network to equip agricultural advisors with updated skills, tools, and resources for guiding young and new farmers in establishing and sustaining innovative, climate-resilient agricultural businesses.

Who Can Apply

Consortia of organizations, including advisory services, training providers, research institutions, and public authorities. Proposals must implement a multi-actor approach, with at least 50% of involved individuals being impartial advisors who spend at least half their time advising farmers.

Funding Details

Maximum grant amount: 6,000,000 EUR. Funding is provided as a lump sum.

What Is Funded

• Development and exchange of knowledge, tools, and learning materials for advisors supporting young and new farmers.
• Training programs, cross-border visits, internships, and business strategy development tailored to generational renewal in agriculture.
• Guidance on farm establishment, including land acquisition, financing, legal matters, technology adoption, and sustainable farming practices.
• Support for farm succession planning and early-stage farm development challenges.
• EU-wide communication campaigns to promote farming as an attractive career for young generations.
• Collaboration with national/regional authorities and Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS) to ensure long-term sustainability of outputs.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

Projects must target Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 4 to 6.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2027-02-03
• Deadline: 2027-05-10T22:00:00Z

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage application process. Proposals must be submitted via the Funding & Tenders Portal.

Geographic Scope & Language

Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom, Switzerland. Application language: English.

Notes

• Proposals must include a plan for financial sustainability and long-term maintenance of the EU advisory network beyond the project duration.
• Advisors involved must be impartial, qualified, and free from conflicts of interest, in line with EU regulations.
• Special attention should be given to gender equality and inclusion in the agricultural sector.