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Final Call for Concept Notes in Cashew, Cocoa, Maize, and Livestock Sectors

The Organisation of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS) is excited to announce the final call for concept notes for innovative projects in the cashew, cocoa, maize, and livestock (cattle, sheep, goats) sectors. This initiative targets private sector entities passionate about enhancing resilience, competitiveness, and sustainability through direct supply linkages with off-takers.

Opportunity for Innovation and Growth

Are you working within these value chains and have a ground-breaking idea that could make these sectors more inclusive, particularly for women and youth? Do you aim to make them more sustainable and profitable, including innovations for by-products? This is your chance to bring your vision to life!

Matching Grant Fund (MGF)

Through our Matching Grant Fund, you can secure funding to realize your project idea. For all MGF projects, the maximum contribution provided through ABF can cover up to 50% of the total project budget, with contributions reaching up to €100,000

Who Can Apply?

Consortium applications are strongly encouraged and single applicant applications will only be considered in exceptional cases. Lead applicants must be legally registered private sector entities such as:

  • Processing companies
  • Agricultural producers/Farmer's organizations
  • National or international retailer companies

Consortium partners may include:

  • Private sector foundations
  • Qualified NGOs
  • Training or research institutions or extension agencies

How and When to Apply?

Applicants must submit the following mandatory documents to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. between 08th July 2024 and 18th August 2024, 12:00 pm (noon) GMT:

  • Concept note template (Annex 1)
  • Letter of intent template (Annex 2)
  • Proof of legal registration of the lead applicant

Additionally, applicants are encouraged to review the Excel file “Annex 4 Working aid budget and contributions” and use Annex 3 as a guideline for filling out the budget table/sheet. All necessary application documents are available for download here.

Priority for Regional Balance

While all OACPS member states are eligible to apply, this call will prioritize projects from countries with no or few previously selected projects to ensure regional balance. An overview of these countries and the number of selected projects can be found here.

For further information, please visit https://www.agribusiness-facility.org/funding.html  or direct any unanswered questions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Don't miss this unique opportunity to advance your innovative ideas and contribute to the development of these vital value chains. Apply now!

 

About the Organisation of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS):

The OACPS is committed to promoting sustainable development and fostering cooperation among member states. Through initiatives like the Matching Grant Fund, the OACPS aims to support innovative projects that enhance the resilience and competitiveness of key agricultural sectors.


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