9th Call for Proposals – Country‑Led Projects

Strengthening Food Security for the World’s Poorest Farmers

The Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP) has launched its 9th Call for Proposals, offering US$163 million in grant financing to support country‑led investments that strengthen food security, build resilience, and improve livelihoods for smallholder farmers and rural communities in the world’s poorest countries.

Purpose

This call comes at a critical moment, as conflict, climate shocks, economic instability, and rising food and fertilizer costs continue to drive hunger and malnutrition worldwide. GAFSP seeks to finance 6–10 projects that deliver high‑impact, scalable solutions aligned with national priorities and the GAFSP Strategic Plan (2025–2030).

Priority Areas

Proposals should emphasize:

• Agricultural productivity
• Market access
• Climate resilience
• Women and girls empowerment
• Inclusive food systems

Proposals must demonstrate strong country ownership, readiness for implementation, co‑financing, and innovative approaches to food security and nutrition challenges.

Eligibility

• Open to low‑income countries eligible under GAFSP.
• Applications must be prepared by governments in consultation with:
  • Supervising Entities
  • Smallholder farmers and producer organizations
  • Women’s groups
  • Private sector actors
  • Civil society and development partners

Timeline

• Launch: 13 May 2026
• Deadline: 15 September 2026 (submission of proposals and required documents)
• Awards: End of 2026

Resources

• Guidelines (English)
• Guidelines (French)
• Proposal Template (English)
• Proposal Template (French)
• Budget Template (English)
• Budget Template (French)

Contact

For more information, visit the GAFSP website or contact the Secretariat directly.

Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement by Agri‑web. Interested applicants are encouraged to consult the official GAFSP portal for complete details and verified application instructions. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to exercise due diligence before submitting any personal or sensitive information.