Power of Diversity Grants: Strengthening Opportunity Crop Value Chains

• Open to organizations operating in Kenya, Nigeria, Zambia, Tanzania, Uganda, and Colombia.
• Proposals must focus on opportunity crops (underutilized and climate-resilient species).
• Applicants should demonstrate a clear pathway to scalability and impact within the value chain.
• Mandatory collaboration with national genebanks or relevant agricultural stakeholders.
• Open to NGOs, research institutions, private sector actors, and farmer cooperatives.
• Demonstrated experience in agricultural productivity, market efficiency, or consumer awareness.

• Total funding pool of €2.2 million distributed among selected high-impact projects.
• Direct financial support to scale opportunity crop initiatives and value chain efficiency.
• Potential for collaboration with national genebanks and global agricultural experts.
• Enhanced visibility and networking opportunities within the international crop diversity sector.
• Resources to improve post-harvest processing and market entry for underutilized crops.
• Support for projects aimed at long-term climate resilience and food security solutions.

1. Visit the official Crop Trust website via the provided application link to review the full request for proposals.
2. Identify a specific opportunity crop and outline a comprehensive value chain strategy for your target country.
3. Establish partnerships with national genebanks and relevant stakeholders to strengthen your proposal.
4. Gather all required organizational documents, including financial statements and project impact estimations.
5. Complete the online application form, ensuring all technical and financial budgets are detailed.
6. Submit your proposal before the deadline on 3 July 2026. Keep a copy of your submission for future reference.

We wish you the best of luck in securing this funding to transform agricultural biodiversity!