Deadline: 07-Jul-2026
The EIT Food Future Farm Lab call is seeking one organisation to further develop and scale an immersive digital learning platform focused on regenerative agriculture across Europe.
The initiative supports advanced digital education solutions that combine immersive learning technologies, systems-based agricultural education, and scalable agrifood training models for vocational, higher education, and professional learning environments.
Programme Focus Areas
The call supports projects related to:
- Regenerative agriculture education
- Immersive digital learning
- 3D learning environments
- Systems-based educational content
- SaaS platform development
- Vocational education integration
- Higher education and professional training
- Learner engagement and interaction
- Proof-of-Concept validation
- Ecosystem collaboration
- Commercialisation of agrifood education tools
The programme aims to strengthen digital learning capacity within the European agrifood sector.
Programme Objectives
The initiative seeks to:
- Expand an existing digital learning platform between 2026 and 2028
- Develop new educational modules
- Improve platform functionality and scalability
- Integrate the platform into education and training systems
- Promote regenerative agriculture knowledge and sustainability practices
- Build financially sustainable agrifood education solutions
Funding Support
Total available budget:
- €370,000
Project duration:
- July 2026 to December 2028
Applicants must provide:
- Minimum 10% co-funding contribution
Co-funding may include:
- Financial contributions
- In-kind support
- Private sector resources
- Organisational contributions
Revenue and Sustainability Requirements
Financial sustainability is a major requirement.
Applicants must:
- Present a commercialisation strategy
- Demonstrate long-term revenue potential
- Show scalability plans for the platform
Revenue targets include:
- Minimum €40,000 in Year 1
- Progressive growth to at least €180,000 by the final project year
Who is Eligible?
Eligible applicants include:
- EIT Food partners
- Non-partner organisations
Applicants must:
- Be legally incorporated entities
- Be located in an EU Member State or Horizon Europe eligible country
- Have existed for at least five years
- Possess or access existing digital learning infrastructure or reusable digital assets
- Hold a valid PIC Number
The call is open to mono-beneficiary applicants only.
Expected Expertise
Applicants should demonstrate experience in:
- Digital learning technologies
- Immersive education platforms
- Sustainability and agrifood sectors
- Educational content development
- Platform scaling and commercialisation
Application Requirements
Applications must:
- Be submitted in English
- Use the designated submission platform
- Include all mandatory documentation
- Include the required budget template
Applications that fail to meet eligibility or exclusion criteria will not be considered.
Tips for Applicants
Strong proposals should:
- Demonstrate platform scalability
- Present clear commercialisation pathways
- Show expertise in regenerative agriculture education
- Include realistic learner engagement strategies
- Highlight ecosystem and institutional partnerships
- Explain Proof-of-Concept validation plans
FAQ
What is the total funding available?
The total budget for the project is €370,000.
What is the project duration?
Projects will run from July 2026 to December 2028.
Who can apply?
Legally incorporated organisations in EU Member States or Horizon Europe eligible countries.
Is co-funding required?
Yes. Applicants must provide at least 10% co-funding.
What type of platform is expected?
Applicants must have or access an existing digital learning platform or reusable digital learning assets.
Conclusion
The EIT Food Future Farm Lab call supports the development of innovative digital learning solutions for regenerative agriculture across Europe. By combining immersive education technologies, sustainability-focused content, and scalable commercial models, the programme aims to strengthen agrifood education and support the transition toward more resilient and regenerative agricultural systems.
For more information, visit EIT Food.