The European Commission will host the Horizon Europe Cluster 6 Info Days on 22–23 January 2026 (09:00 CET) in Brussels and online. The event presents funding opportunities in food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture, and environment, with sessions on policy context, proposal preparation, and topic pitches from the 2026 Work Programme. A brokerage event by CARE4BIO will precede the Info Days on 21 January, offering networking and matchmaking for applicants.

Researchers of any nationality with 7–12 years of experience since PhD completion can apply to establish or strengthen their own research team in Europe. Applications are open in all scientific fields on a bottom-up basis. Grants provide up to €2 million for 5 years (plus up to €1–2 million for additional eligible costs). Projects must be hosted by an institution in an EU Member State or associated country. Evaluation is based solely on scientific excellence. Deadline date: 13 January 2026 – 17:00.

From 4 to 18 November 2025, a three-part public lecture series explores agroecology as a pathway to sustainable food systems. Each Tuesday (16:15–17:15 CET, via Zoom), experts from science, policy, and practice will discuss agroecological transformation and its role in addressing global food and environmental challenges. Speakers include Lutz Merbold (Agroscope), Johanna Jacobi (ETH Zurich), Daniel Seifert (Biovision), and Ruben Baert (agroecology.science).

The UN-ETH Forum 2025 brings together international experts, policymakers, and academics to address global challenges in peace, security, and sustainability. A highlight for professionals in International Agriculture is the panel “Who Gets To Eat? Navigating Trade-offs in Sustainable Food Systems”, which explores how to reconcile Zero Hunger (SDG 2) and Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3) with the broader Agenda 2030. Discussions cover water use, food processing, the Planetary Health Diet, Switzerland’s global role, and the voice of youth in reshaping agriculture and food systems. Chaired by Prof. Dr. Robert Finger (ETH Zurich) with contributions from Ambassador Krisztina Bende, Prof. Dr. Alexander Mathys, Dr. Marc Müller, and Dr. Sabine Mukerji.

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Qualifications: PhD in agronomy with a strong background in soil ecology or soil microbiology, or vice versa. 

SAVE THE DATE - Annual award ceremony organized by SFIAR and hosted by ETH Zürich