Under Horizon Europe, the European Commission funds research and innovation projects to restore and protect the health of soils in Europe and beyond, to ensure safe food and water, ecosystems and resilience towards natural disasters.
Funding opportunities
Single-stage - Submit your proposal by 23 September 2026
Two-stage - This call closed on 14 April 2026 (First stage)
Two stage - Submit your proposal by 15 September 2026 (Second stage)
Apply for funding
Information on how to compose your project team and find partners
Overview of the application process and what types of projects can be funded
Resources and contact points to help you prepare your proposal
Tips to help you find partners when applying for Horizon Europe funding
What you should comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
What to comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
How to manage your project
Comply with the conditions defined in your grant agreement
Tips and requirements on communicating your project
Advice and resources on how to disseminate and exploit your project results
Guidelines on the contractual management of your project and reporting
How to effectively inform policymakers of your findings and maximise your policy impact
News
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EU-funded research offers free ways for you to learn new skills and expand your knowledge. Check out our list of online resources below to get you started.
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More than half of Europe’s soils are degraded. Researchers are showing that restoring soil through better farming makes both ecological and financial sense.
Publications
Disseminating and exploiting results - A starter kit for EU-funded research and innovation projects
This checklist provides useful tips on how to better communicate your project's work on a variety of social media channels.
Guide on writing policy briefs for impact
A starter kit for EU funded research & innovation (R&I) projects