Enabel is currently accepting applications for its initiative, “Transitioning to Sustainable Food Systems through Scaling Up Agroecological Innovations in the Central African Region.”
Objective
The primary goal is to support the transition towards sustainable and resilient agricultural systems through the widespread adoption of agroecological practices tailored to local contexts. These solutions are expected to be validated by producers and supported by technical, economic, and institutional systems to enable effective scaling and adoption.
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Key Themes
Proposed actions must align with at least one of the following thematic areas:
Alternatives to chemical inputs
Circular economy and agricultural waste recovery
Reducing post-harvest losses and food waste
Adapting to climate change and enhancing food security
Innovations related to economic incentives and private sector engagement
Agroecological innovations in crop and livestock systems (technical and economic)
Funding Information
Grants under this call must fall within the following range:
Minimum: €150,000
Maximum: €230,000
Expected Results
Identification, testing, and adaptation of innovative agroecological practices (e.g., cultivation systems, soil and biodiversity management).
Rigorous assessment of practices’ agro-economic, environmental, and social performance—especially climate resilience.
Availability of technical, financial, and organizational support mechanisms tailored to local producer needs.
Eligible Activities
Examples of eligible activities include:
Knowledge & Capacity Gaps
Field-testing technical solutions
Scientific validation for scale-up
Support for regulatory processes (biopesticides, seed certification)
Practical farmer training and demo site establishment
Building farmer networks and cooperatives
Developing local-language technical guides
Training institutions and local extension officers
Workload & Efficiency
Mechanization linked to agroecological practices
Equipment sharing services
Promoting collective labor strategies (e.g., cooperatives)
Financial Viability & Market Access
Development of short supply chains and local markets
Consumer research and product marketing
Simplified certification (e.g., Participatory Guarantee System)
Support for SMEs and cooperatives in agroecological input production
Policy advocacy for agroecological subsidies
Creation of financial tools: green finance, microcredit, insurance, etc.
Ineligible Costs
Examples of ineligible expenses include:
Debts, interest charges, provisions
Foreign exchange losses
Subcontracting to board or staff members
Land/building purchases (unless essential)
Compensation claims or severance pay
Alcohol, tobacco, and related items
Salary bonuses
Costs already funded by another subsidy
Target Groups
This call targets actors across the food system, including:
Producers and family farms
Households (processors, traders, consumers) in the project area
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be a legal entity
Be a private non-profit actor (NGO, foundation, etc.)
For-profit entities may apply only if profit maximization is not their primary goal and they meet specific criteria
