agriculture
January 20, 2019 | by Ilka | Cross-Cutting Subjects
The Equator Prize for 2019 will recognize outstanding community and indigenous initiatives in nature-based solutions for local sustainable development. The Equator Prize welcomes nominations that highlight the initiatives of rural community-based groups in any of the 145 countries supported by the United Nations Development Program. Nominations are also invited to present the initiatives of indigenous […]
Tags: agriculture, all regions, awards/prizes, biodiversity, biology, biotechnology, climate, conservation, energy, february2019, fisheries, forests, marine/coastal, natural disasters, pollution, water, wildlife
Read more
January 20, 2019 | by Ilka | Cross-Cutting Subjects
The European Commission aims to promote sustainable growth in Asia and Central Asia and to support the development of a green economy and the transition towards a low-carbon economy. Proposals should fall under the following sustainable consumption and production sectors: agri-food processing, renewable energy, sustainable tourism, waste management, among others. Any grant requested under this […]
Tags: agriculture, Asia-Pacific, business/enterprise, climate, community projects, conservation, energy, Eurasia/Central Asia, february2019, nonprofit orgs, pollution, research, South Asia
Read more
January 20, 2019 | by Ilka | Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry
World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide, delivering food assistance in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. The World Food Programme seeks great ideas and bold solutions to solve hunger globally. The Innovation Accelerator offers financial support, training and access to WFP partners and […]
Tags: agriculture, all regions, community projects, february2019, fisheries, training/education
Read more
January 20, 2019 | by Ilka | Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry
The agribusiness company Cargill offers scholarships to university students interested in food security, agriculture, and risk management. Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Russia, or the USA — and attend university in those countries. Each Cargill Global Scholar receives an annual scholarship for up to two years, as well […]
Tags: agriculture, april2019, Eurasia/Central Asia, fellowships/scholarships, individuals, LAC, march2019, may2019, Russia/Eastern Europe, South Asia
Read more
January 20, 2019 | by Ilka | Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry
The European Commission seeks proposals for projects to reduce poverty and food insecurity in Sierra Leone through better governance and increased agricultural productivity and diversification. Lot 1 (up to €600 thousand) will support short value chains including micro enterprises that currently produce with artisanal methods. Lot 2 (up to €5 million) will support large-scale and […]
Tags: Africa, agriculture, business/enterprise, community projects, governments, march2019, nonprofit orgs, research, universities
Read more
January 20, 2019 | by Ilka | Cross-Cutting Subjects
The Department of Science and Technology (India) and the National Technological Innovation Authority (Israel) announce the 4th India-Israel Technological Innovation Fund. The objective of this programme is to respond to the global issues concerning science & technology for the water, energy and agricultural sector while developing technologies that can be commercialized and localized within 2 […]
Tags: agriculture, april2019, business/enterprise, energy, individuals, MENA, research, South Asia, water
Read more
January 20, 2019 | by Ilka | Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry
The Africa Food Prize honors outstanding contributions to agriculture and food production in the challenge to combat hunger and reduce poverty in Africa. The Prize can be awarded for a specific contribution or achievement, or for a series of efforts and results within the last few years. Nominations are open to qualified candidates irrespective of […]
Tags: Africa, agriculture, awards/prizes, fisheries, individuals, may2019
Read more
January 20, 2019 | by Ilka | Cross-Cutting Subjects
The Waterloo Foundations makes small grants to small UK charities which are working to deliver projects in developing countries. Organizations based in a developing countries can also apply for support but must provide a reference for their work in form of a UK referee. The majority of grants are £5-£10 thousand for one to two […]
Tags: agriculture, all regions, biodiversity, biology, biotechnology, climate, community projects, conservation, energy, fisheries, forests, marine/coastal, natural disasters, no deadline, nonprofit orgs, pollution, water, wildlife
Read more
January 20, 2019 | by Ilka | Cross-Cutting Subjects
The Bestseller Foundation provides financial support for sustainable agriculture, sustainable jobs and entrepreneurship, and environment and nature conservation in China, Africa and India. The foundation invests mainly with commercial actors in for-profit projects by means of loans and equity. Nonprofit organizations and projects may sometimes be eligible if they have clear and commercially viable objectives. […]
Tags: Africa, agriculture, business/enterprise, community projects, conservation, Eurasia/Central Asia, no deadline, nonprofit orgs, South Asia
Read more
January 20, 2019 | by Ilka | Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry
The CS Fund and Warsh-Mott Legacy take an activist approach in making grants to defend traditional management of agriculture and natural resources in the Global South. Specific interests include protecting local seeds and reducing chemicals in agriculture; regulating the introduction of genetically modified organisms; and supporting communities in their self-governance of natural resources. Recent grants […]
Tags: agriculture, all regions, community projects, no deadline
Read more
Top
