Call 03 - single stage (2027) · Improving analytical capacity for sustainable competitiveness of the agricultural sector

Project results are expected to contribute to all of the following expected outcomes: • farmers and other decision makers of the agri-food supply chains have a better understanding of the determinants of competitiveness, and the interactions with the sustainability dimensions (economic, social, environmental, including biodiversity protection and climate change mitigation and adaptation); • farmers, policy makers and other decision makers of the agri-food supply chains…

The agri-food sector is an important pillar to EU competitiveness. It is composed of diversified businesses representing around 15% of total EU employment and contributes to provide essential services and secure a stable and affordable supply of food to EU citizens. The concept of agricultural competitiveness is complex and approached with different perspectives and methodologies in the scientific literature. EU policies aim at addressing a growing number of objectives in a…