SPADE Open Call: Funding Opportunity for Innovators in Agriculture, Forestry, and Livestock

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The SPADE Open Call invites innovators to submit proposals for cutting-edge solutions in drone technology, AI, and precision agriculture, with a total funding pool of €525,000 available for projects that enhance efficiency and productivity in agriculture, forestry, and livestock management, specifically targeting challenges in open-field farming, forestry data collection, and livestock monitoring.

Benefits

• Total budget: €525,000
• Eight selected projects will receive €60,000 each, while one project will be awarded €45,000, with a project duration of six months.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be legally established in EU Member States or Horizon Europe Associated Countries
• Eligible entities include universities, research centers, NGOs, foundations, SMEs, and startups
• Ineligible entities include natural persons, mid-caps, large industries, or corporations
• SMEs must have fewer than 250 employees and meet specific financial criteria.