Are you running a startup, NGO, or enterprise in the agriculture sector? The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) has opened its 28th Call for Proposals, offering grants from USD 300,000 to 1.5 million to support high-impact, financially viable agriculture projects that promote inclusive growth, climate-smart practices, and sustainable commodity value chains.
Apply For USD 300K–1.5M Grants for Inclusive & Sustainable Agriculture Projects
Who Can Apply
Eligible applicants include:
- SMEs, cooperatives, social enterprises, NGOs
- Public or private sector entities
- Organisations based in or actively operating in one of CFC’s 101 member countries
- Minimum 3 years of operational experience
- Projects enhancing smallholder incomes and supporting local economic development
Special encouragement is given to:
- Projects in forest conservation and sustainable use in the Congo Basin
- Proposals from or focused on LDCs, LLDCs, and Small Island Developing States
Priority Areas
CFC seeks proposals that contribute to inclusive and sustainable agriculture through:
- Connecting smallholders to global markets via trade finance
- Promoting regenerative agriculture and biodiversity protection
- Supporting local value addition with low environmental impact
- Deploying Agtech and digital tools for transparent, inclusive value chains
- Improving financial access for smallholder farmers
- Promoting women-led entrepreneurship and gender-responsive business solutions
Grant Details
- Funding Range: USD 300,000 – 1.5M
- Deadline: 1 April 2026
- Language: Applications must be submitted in English
- Focus: Strengthening smallholder livelihoods, building resilient ecosystems, and empowering communities
This is a high-impact funding opportunity for organisations working at the intersection of agriculture, sustainability, finance, and inclusive growth.
Projects that scale impact and strengthen value chains that benefit smallholders are particularly encouraged.
How to Apply
- Review the full CFC Call for Proposals guidelines.
- Prepare a project concept that aligns with CFC priority areas.
- Ensure eligibility criteria are met (organisation type, operational experience, country).
- Submit complete applications online before the 1 April 2026 deadline.
- Wait for evaluation results and funding announcements.
Incomplete or incorrectly submitted applications will not be considered.
Apply For USD 300K–1.5M Grants for Inclusive & Sustainable Agriculture Projects
Why Apply?
- Access substantial funding to scale your agriculture or sustainability project
- Gain exposure to global commodity value chains
- Support smallholder farmers and climate-smart agriculture
- Strengthen local economies while promoting environmental sustainability
Related Opportunities
- FAO Funding for Climate-Smart Agriculture Projects
- Global Environment Facility (GEF) Grants 2026
- Agri-Tech Innovation Grants for Developing Countries
