Thriving Farmers, Resilient Ecosystems – 28th Call for Proposals | Common Fund for Commodities

The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) is inviting applications for its 28th Call for Proposals, targeting projects that strengthen smallholder farmers, local communities, and sustainable agricultural value chains. This initiative supports innovative, high-impact projects that combine commercial viability with environmental and social responsibility.

Who Can Apply

The CFC welcomes applications from:

• SMEs, cooperatives, and social enterprises

• NGOs and public or private sector entities

• Organizations with at least 3 years of operational experience in one of the 101 CFC member countries

Eligible projects must enhance smallholder livelihoods, increase local incomes, and promote environmental sustainability.

Priority Areas for Agriculture and Rural Development

• Regenerative Agriculture & Biodiversity Protection – Support climate-smart farming and ecosystem restoration.

• Local Value Addition – Agro-processing and low-impact value chain solutions.

• Agtech & Digital Tools – Solutions for inclusive, sustainable, and transparent agricultural markets.

• Financial Access – Improve farmers’ access to credit and financial services.

• Women and Youth Empowerment – Support gender-inclusive agribusiness initiatives.

Special priority is given to:

• Projects in the Congo Basin for sustainable forest and agricultural management.

• Proposals from Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), and Small Island Developing States (SIDS).

Key Details

• Application Deadline: 1 April 2026

• Application Language: English only

• Supporting Documents: Application form, Balance Sheet, and Income Statement (Excel or PDF)

For guidance, CFC hosts webinars on proposal submission:

• 13 January 2026, 15:00 – 16:00 CET

• 4 March 2026, 10:00 – 11:00 CET

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