Deadline: 15-Sep-2026
The Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP) has launched its 9th Call for Proposals to fund country-led initiatives that strengthen food security, rural livelihoods, and sustainable agriculture systems. The program provides approximately US$163 million in grants for scalable, high-impact projects focused on agricultural productivity, climate resilience, nutrition, and gender empowerment. It also emphasizes private sector engagement, co-financing, and integrated food system innovations.
GAFSP 9th Call for Proposals Overview
The 9th Call for Proposals by the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program supports long-term investments in agriculture and food systems. It is designed to strengthen food security in developing countries through country-led, scalable, and innovative solutions.
The program responds to global challenges such as climate change, conflict, rising food prices, and economic instability, all of which continue to impact hunger and malnutrition worldwide.
Key Focus Areas
The program supports improvements in food systems, including:
- Increased agricultural productivity
- Strengthened farm-to-market linkages
- Reduced rural risk and vulnerability
- Improved rural livelihoods and entrepreneurship
- Stronger agricultural institutions
It also prioritizes crosscutting development outcomes:
- Climate resilience and adaptation
- Empowerment of women and girls
- Improved nutrition outcomes
Applicants must address at least two of the three crosscutting priorities.
Strategic Priorities
The call emphasizes:
- Innovative and integrated food system solutions
- Climate-smart and sustainable agriculture approaches
- Inclusion of water, biodiversity, and nature-based solutions
- Strong public–private collaboration
- Alignment with national development priorities
- Linkages with other GAFSP financing programs
Private Sector and Co-Financing Requirements
The program encourages:
- Co-financing through cash and in-kind contributions
- Strong private sector engagement in project design and implementation
- Clear pathways for sustained private investment after project completion
- Long-term financial sustainability of interventions
Funding Information
- Total funding available: Approximately US$163 million
- Type of support: Grant financing
- Focus: Medium- to long-term agriculture and food system investments
- Alignment: GAFSP Strategic Plan (2025–2030)
Expected Outcomes
The program aims to:
- Improve global and local food security
- Strengthen rural economies and livelihoods
- Enhance resilience to climate and economic shocks
- Support gender-inclusive agricultural development
- Promote sustainable and productive food systems
- Encourage innovation and scalable agricultural solutions
Eligibility and Approach
The call is country-led, meaning proposals are typically developed by eligible country-level stakeholders in coordination with national priorities.
Proposals are expected to:
- Demonstrate strong local ownership
- Include proven and context-specific innovations
- Integrate multiple food system components
- Align with national agriculture and development strategies
- Show coordination with existing GAFSP projects and financing tracks
Conclusion
The Global Agriculture and Food Security Program 9th Call for Proposals provides significant grant funding to strengthen sustainable agriculture and food systems worldwide. By promoting innovation, climate resilience, gender inclusion, and private sector participation, the program aims to improve long-term food security and rural development outcomes in participating countries.
For more information, visit GAFSP.