Deadline for applications 22nd May 2012 (12.00 GMT+1)
This first ERA-ARD II Transnational Research Call provides new opportunities for researchers and other stakeholders (farmers, farmer organizations, NGOs, policy makers, etc.) to take part in multilateral research cooperation in the field of sustainable and climate change resilient intensification of agricultural production.
The theme of this ERA-ARD II Transnational Call is:
“Improving rural livelihoods in Sub-Saharan Africa: Sustainable and climate-smart intensification of agricultural production”
ARD is research which addresses the agricultural challenges and issues faced by developing countries, emerging countries and countries in transition. Agriculture is used in its broad sense and includes crops, livestock, forestry, fisheries, environment and natural resources management.
Agricultural Research for Development (ARD) plays a critical role in fighting poverty and hunger and in supporting more rapid and sustainable development in the poorest countries of the world. Most developing countries rely on agriculture as the engine for their economic growth, and more than 70% of the poor live in rural areas.
The main objective of the ERA-ARD II Transnational Research Call is to contribute to improved livelihoods of smallholders and rural communities in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) through sustainable and climate-smart intensification of agricultural systems.
The call also aims to support and fund projects that will strengthen collaboration and networking with on-going projects and existing thematic networks.
Please read the relevant document on ERA-ARD -II Website including:
• Framework, Principles and Thematic Focus
• Application Guidelines and Application Form
• List of countries and funders contributing to the call
• List of National Call Contact Points for funders and any specific eligibility requirements
Submit the electronic version of the full proposal to the Call Secretariat by the deadline 22nd May 2012 (12.00 GMT+1).
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