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You will find below a list of FP7 calls for proposals relevant to agricultural policy analysis. The majority of FP7 projects relevant to agripolicy research are financed under the theme "Food, Agriculture and Fisheries, Biotechnologies"
FP7-KBBE-2007-2B (8 results)
Common Agricultural Policy - the dynamic and spatial dimension in EU rural development programmes
| Topic |
KBBE-2008-1-4-04 |
| Title |
Common Agricultural Policy - the dynamic and spatial dimension in EU rural development programmes |
| Content |
Many quantitative models exist for the analysis of CAP Pillar 1 market and income support policies. There are fewer models for the analysis of the wide-ranging and more diverse policy measures under Pillar 2, rural development measures. With the development of GIS techniques, a vast amount of data is now available. The establishment of the Common Monitoring and Evaluation Framework has increased the collection of indicators related to the implementation of EU rural development policy for the period 2007-13. At the same time, cross-sectional econometrics has been further developed to analyse these new data sets by means of spatial econometrics. Further development of agricultural economic models is now needed, with which this data can be processed and analysed further. The model should allow firstly, the processing of the available data such that secondary indicators referring to the three rural development axes can be calculated, in order to improve ex-ante policy impact assessments. Secondly, analysis should be provided on the causalities as a result of simulated policy changes (e.g. regional price transmission, effects of enlargement or recent developments in the first and second pillar of the CAP). This part of the model could be based on simulation models, spatial econometrics, multi-agent models or other comparable analytical approaches. The coverage of the model should be EU-27 plus candidate countries[1] and potential candidate countries[2]. Cluster analysis combining statistical, model and other data could be used (and should be possible to be used by the model) to depict regional characteristics and impacts of rural development instruments on regional development. Nevertheless, the task requires the gathering of data and expertise at Member State level in order to fill the gaps between data available at European level and at national and regional level. To make the tool user-friendly the two components should be combined, by the development of operational interfaces. |
| Expected Impact |
The research project will allow a better analysis of the effects of EU agricultural policies at regional level as well as higher levels of aggregation. |
| Deadline |
26-févr-08 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Macro-economic analysis of competitiveness, including non-tariff barriers
| Topic |
KBBE-2008-1-4-05 |
| Title |
Macro-economic analysis of competitiveness, including non-tariff barriers |
| Content |
Comparative research on the impacts of non-tariff trade barriers on the competitiveness of the EU and selected trade partners. In a world developping towards free trade of agricultural and food products non-tariff trade barriers are of increasing importance for all countries involved. The project would provide a comparative study on conditions for importing agricultural and food products into the EU and into the main competing players (in addition to those mentioned below, also Brazil, Argentina, Australia and New Zealand). Consequences for imports from least developed countries should also be analysed. The research should be underpinned by the creation of a database on non-tariff barriers for countries that are key markets for EU agri-food exports (especially US, Russia, Canada, Japan, China, India). The product coverage should be as wide as possible (e.g. WTO definition of agri-food products). Case studies are needed in the following sub-sectors: meat, dairy, fruit and vegetables. The research should take account of work developed by international organisations, especially mutual exchange of information with the OECD is encouraged. This research area is particularly well suited for cooperation with Third Countries (e.g. Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, India, United States, Russia, New Zealand and Japan). |
| Expected Impact |
The project will allow to identify opportunities and develop options for the trade negotiations and disputes based on sound analysis. It will also contribute to elaborate win-win options in the framework of the trade and cooperation agreements that the EU concluded with developing countries. |
| Deadline |
26-févr-08 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Societal Impact of Organic Farming
| Topic |
KBBE-2008-1-4-06 |
| Title |
Societal Impact of Organic Farming |
| Content |
Research under this task would aim to identify organic farming's multiple functions and seek to provide a detailed insight into the corresponding economic, environmental and social impacts of both the present level of organic farming and under scenarios for larger scale conversion into organic farming in Member States. The aim is to develop a common methodology to estimate the corresponding costs and benefits of organic farming, at the farm level, and for the entire economic system. Research is aimed at recommendations and strategies for policy makers to explore and optimise the regulatory framework of the CAP with respect to organic farming's multifunctional benefits. Furthermore the project will identify the contribution of organic farming to the European Bioeconomy. |
| Expected Impact |
The project will allow better targeting of the regulatory framework for organic farming in order to increase societal benefits. The development of a common methodology to estimate costs and benefits of organic farming will allow to build up scenarios for future strategies in sustainable agriculture. |
| Deadline |
26-févr-08 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Exploring the pros & cons and the public perception of GM animals
| Topic |
KBBE-2008-1-4-07 |
| Title |
Exploring the pros & cons and the public perception of GM animals |
| Content |
The project will assess the potential use of genetic modification in farmed animals, specifically including fish as well as terrestrial animals. It will focus on the description of the techniques, both existing and under development for the production of transgenic animals, the pros and cons of the currently envisaged applications for industry, society, the environment and the animals. It will also examine public perceptions of transgenic animals, in particular from the point of view of the use of food derived from them. |
| Expected Impact |
The project will inform European policy formation on GM animals and assess the potential effects of policy on the competitiveness of European animal production and on society at large. |
| Deadline |
26-févr-08 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Quality Assurance Schemes
| Topic |
KBBE-2008-1-4-09 |
| Title |
Quality Assurance Schemes |
| Content |
Some research results are available on quality assurance schemes. However, few have addressed in a systematic way the impact of quality assurance schemes in the EU on rural development, notably on competitiveness and employment. Individual case studies have provided anecdotal evidence on some of these issues, for some selected schemes, using different methodologies. A comprehensive analysis across the EU-27 is required. A number of questions should be addressed and developed further on the methodology, measurement and possible use of indicators for assessing the economic impact of quality assurance schemes in the EU on rural development, including the impact on different actors in the food chain. Other types of impact of the quality assurance schemes, in terms of competitiveness, employment, tourism and demographics should also be considered. |
| Expected Impact |
The CSA will help improve understanding of the policy links between quality schemes and broader rural development issues and provide evidence for the preparation of a green paper. |
| Deadline |
26-févr-08 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Agriculture and sustainable development in a rural development context- ERANET
| Topic |
KBBE-2008-1-4-10 |
| Title |
Agriculture and sustainable development in a rural development context- ERANET |
| Content |
The European model of agriculture is based on sustainable and ecologically sound concepts of land use. The role of agriculture is increasingly determined by the crucial role it plays for other activities in the regional economy (industry, tourism, housing, etc). Agricultural production is using a wide range of options to remain competitive including organic agriculture and / or other differentiated quality products, bio-energy and / or the provision of public services like social functions or landscape and ecosystem management. Moreover, the contribution of agriculture to sustainable development is highly territorially determined especially in rural areas but also in many semi-urban areas. Research programmes funded by Member States or Associated Countries or regional bodies are successful in addressing specific questions, however, they remain fragmented. The ERANET will allow identifying common issues, which should be addressed in joint efforts. |
| Expected Impact |
The ERANET will allow identifying and addressing common European challenges for sustainable European agriculture also in a broader rural development context. |
| Deadline |
26-févr-08 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
European non-food crops and their industrial application
| Topic |
KBBE-2008-3-1-03 |
| Title |
European non-food crops and their industrial application |
| Content |
This coordination action should bring together stakeholders such as industry, academia, plant breeders and economists. Coordination of activities should result in a portfolio of industrial crops suitable for the different Member States and map the most promising plant-based products derived from these crops that meet the future needs of consumers and industry (e.g. fibres, resins, oils, speciality products, etc). The CSA should identify the necessary enabling technologies to overcome the bottlenecks in plant breeding (such as yield or adaptation), and enable the conversion, extraction and processing of the envisaged compounds. Also it should identify the economic potential and best business opportunities for the industrial exploitation of European non-food crops. |
| Expected Impact |
Selection and prioritisation of non-food crops which will enhance the competitiveness of the European industry, and will improve rural development through diversification and provision of new sustainable sources of income for the farming community. |
| Deadline |
26-févr-08 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Life cycle analysis and socioeconomic assessment of integrated biorefineries
| Topic |
KBBE-2008-3-2-05 |
| Title |
Life cycle analysis and socioeconomic assessment of integrated biorefineries |
| Content |
The integrated bio-refinery is a concept involving the conversion of renewable biomass feedstocks (such as wood, cereals, oil crops, etc) into a broad range of bio-products, thus minimising waste streams and maximising the value of the feedstock. While LCAs of conventional chemical processes and products are well established, studies on biobased processes and products with respect to environmental, economic and social impacts are rather limited. The objective of this support action is to develop a life cycle assessment (LCA) embracing the entire cradle to grave cycle of an integrated bio-refinery or product: from raw material production and harvesting to processing, manufacture, product use, emissions to all environments, toxicity and risks. Socioeconomic assessments (in particular, quantitative ones) should addressed such issues as food/non-food competition, land use, market dynamics of raw materials and products, international trade, public acceptability and impacts on rural development. These socioeconomic assessments should build upon existing economic data and generate new ones, in particular in key biobased product areas such as fine and bulk chemicals, biomaterials and enzymes. This research area is particularly well suited for cooperation with United States, Canada and South Africa, and this will be reflected in the evaluation. |
| Expected Impact |
: Development of harmonised methodologies for assessing the environmental and socio-economic impact of the conversion of biomass into bioproducts will contribute to the safety, acceptability, sustainability and economic efficiency of the KBBE. |
| Deadline |
26-févr-08 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
FP7-KBBE-2009-3 (14 results)
Spatial analysis of rural development measures for effective targeting of rural development policies
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-1-4-02 |
| Title |
Spatial analysis of rural development measures for effective targeting of rural development policies |
| Content |
With the advancement of GIS techniques, an ever growing amount of spatial data is available today. At the same time econometrics has been developed further which will allow to analyse such extended cross-sectional data sets (e.g. with `spatial econometrics`). Stronger accountability requirements and EU budget constraints will increase the pressure towards policies targeted on specific objectives such as the provision of public benefits (environmental, rural, social) . For the EU`s rural development programmes 2007-2013 Member States are requested to collect indicators on characteristics, needs, expenditures and results. Additionally, managing authorities in some Member States have created GIS-based databases with a huge amount of data related to area-based measures. What is lacking is analysis in which these data sets are combined with other indicators at a high level of regional disaggregation. Given these advances in econometrics and data availability, the scope of the project would be to develop quantitative models based on spatial econometrics (and other relevant econometric methods) for the assessment of the various rural development measures in the EU-27. The modelling approach should be combined with a user-friendly interface. The main objective of such a modelling tool would be to enable policy analysis to look into the causal relationships between characteristics, needs, expenditures and results of rural development measures in a spatial dimension. Additional eligibility criteria: The requested European Community contribution shall not exceed EUR 2 000 000. |
| Expected Impact |
The project results will allow for a better targeting of rural development programmes and European added value will come from pooling national resources to obtain an EU 27 model. The impact assessment of programming rural development measures beyond 2013 needs to use tools which are based on the full set of data available. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
A common data exchange system for agricultural systems
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-1-4-03 |
| Title |
A common data exchange system for agricultural systems |
| Content |
Farming is faced with increasing requirements for data handling. Tools have to be developed which allow the exchange of different data families, to meet requirements arising from standards and norms (cross compliance), quality assurance schemes or geo-data handling as needed for precision farming. |
| Expected Impact |
By the networking and sharing of data handling tools, the project results will lead to efficiency gains and cost reductions in the European farming sector. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Comparative analysis of factor markets for agriculture across the Member States
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-1-4-04 |
| Title |
Comparative analysis of factor markets for agriculture across the Member States |
| Content |
This project will analyse the functioning of factor markets for agriculture in the EU-27, including Candidate Countries. The research will compare the different markets, their institutional framework and their impact on agricultural development and structural change, as well as their impact on rural economies, for the Member States and the EU as a whole. The research shall focus on land sale/lease, labour and capital markets and will include the impact of national and EU programmes on these markets. Examples of analysis to be foreseen would be: impact of capitalisation on land prices and factors relating to land transfer; analysis of human capital quality and mobility in the EU agriculture sector; determinants of sectoral investment decisions and impact of investment on technological change and capital stocks. Additional eligibility criteria: The requested European Community contribution shall not exceed EUR 2 000 000. |
| Expected Impact |
The European added value lies in the projects contribution to a better understanding of the fundamental economic factors affecting EU agriculture, thus allowing better targeting of Common Agriculture Policy measures with the aim of improving the competitiveness of the sector. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Policy and institutional aspects of sustainable agriculture, forestry and rural development in the Mediterranean partner countries SICA (Mediterranean)
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-1-4-05 |
| Title |
Policy and institutional aspects of sustainable agriculture, forestry and rural development in the Mediterranean partner countries SICA (Mediterranean) |
| Content |
This project will provide research on the impact of EU and national policies relating to the agricultural sector, including - in addition to agricultural policy per se - policies covering rural development and the environment, as well as trade; impact of agri-food trade liberalisation (multilateral and bilateral) on the Mediterranean partner countries: studies on structural changes, impact on rural populations, including employment, poverty, income distribution and possible migration trends; commercial relations with major trade partners such as the EU; increasing competition on the export market with emerging economies; impact of consumers’ changing demands, prospects for quality products; impact of norms and standards on trade; institutional and traditional management of access to resources (land, water, etc.). Additional eligibility criteria: SICA - Minimum number of participants: 2 from different Member States or Associated countries and 2 from different ICPC from the Mediterranean Partner Countries. The requested European Community contribution shall not exceed EUR 2 000 000. |
| Expected Impact |
The European and international added value lies in enhanced collaboration between European and Mediterranean Partner countries and capability-building. The project results will support the trade relations by assessing the impact on Mediterranean partner countries. In addition, the research is expected to have a positive economic impact on both the EU and the targeted region(s). The research will contribute to meeting the EU’s commitment towards the United Nations Millennium Development Goals. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Globalisation and trade impact on developing countries SICA (Sub-Saharan Africa)
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-1-4-07 |
| Title |
Globalisation and trade impact on developing countries SICA (Sub-Saharan Africa) |
| Content |
Support measures under the Common Agricultural Policy are progressively moving away from price or market support, towards income support to farmers. Other major agricultural producers, for example the US, also have significant income support measures. One of the aims of these CAP reforms, especially since 2003, is to make EU agriculture more competitive and market-oriented. The objective of this Coordination Action is to analyse the impact of the reformed CAP and of the US Farm Bill on international agricultural markets, where products of EU, US or other origins compete with products from developing countries and to determine the effects they have on the relative competitiveness of products of different origins (EU, US, Emerging countries - Developing countries) on different markets. The effects of certified schemes (organic, fair trade, Global GAP) on market access and livelihood of resource poor families should also be taken into account. The projects should include a training component with the aim to increase the research capacities in the participating developing countries. This could include, for example, participation to training programmes, short exchanges of staff, training workshops. Additional eligibility criteria: Minimum number of participants: 2 from different Member States or Associated countries and 2 from different ICPC from African ACP countries |
| Expected Impact |
The European and international added value lies in mutual knowledge generation and in the networking of major research players in this area, providing up-to-date knowledge and better understanding of the impacts of EU policy choices in the CAP on developing countries' agricultures, and hence will contribute to the policy coherence commitments of the EU. The research will contribute to meeting the EU’s commitment towards the United Nations Millennium Development Goals. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Organic agriculture - ERANET
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-1-4-09 |
| Title |
Organic agriculture - ERANET |
| Content |
A new ERA-NET on organic farming and food systems aims at building on the results of the ERA-NET CORE Organic. The objective is to achieve a broader network of funding bodies, in particular towards new Member States and associated countries, to deepen the collaboration of the national funding bodies and launch trans-national calls in new areas. Additional information: ERA-NET |
| Expected Impact |
The European added value lies in supporting and enhancing the ERA on organic agriculture. A broad collaboration between Member States may lead to more efficient use of research funds, sharing of 'best practices' and transparent monitoring of trans-national organic research projects. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Benefit/risk perception and communication in the food chain
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-2-1-02 |
| Title |
Benefit/risk perception and communication in the food chain |
| Content |
Consumers receive a broad range of information about food from a variety of sources that may be unbalanced or interpreted as conflicting or confusing. Efficient and appropriate communication tools should be developed, taking into account gender differences. In addition to classical media channels, new information routes and technologies need to be investigated to assess their potential to convey appropriate messages. Communication strategies can be very efficient if they are tailored to specific population groups or in the event of food crises. Involvement of consumer associations and relevant media channels is considered highly important. |
| Expected Impact |
The European added value lies in developing common approaches for communicating coherent messages across the Member States. This research will identify the barriers to risk communication at European level and develop appropriate communication model(s) in Europe, together with best communication and dissemination practice. It will make it possible to spread and implement European policy initiatives more efficiently. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Perspectives for novel foods
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-2-4-04 |
| Title |
Perspectives for novel foods |
| Content |
This project will promote forward-looking debate on research and developments in the area of novel foods and novel food technologies, including bioethical aspects and societal needs. Planning ahead for research needs, with the involvement of key stakeholders from the food chain, will support the process of building the Knowledge Based Bio-Economy (KBBE). |
| Expected Impact |
The European added value lies in contributing to identifying and addressing future challenges in the field of novel foods, including novel technologies. This research will support the development of European strategies for new and emerging research needs and the recasting of research agendas. It will help European society to plan ahead for and manage change and to foster a debate between scientists and the general public. It will also support policy in the area of novel foods. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
International food trade: anticipating the impact of climate change on the safety of European and global food markets - SICA
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-2-5-01 |
| Title |
International food trade: anticipating the impact of climate change on the safety of European and global food markets - SICA |
| Content |
Climate change is projected to have a significant impact on European and global food and feed markets. At present Europe is the biggest importer and exporter of food products. Climate change could make Europe more dependent on food imports of non-European origin but, conversely, offers new opportunities to the European food industry through the exploitation of new crops and animals originating from areas with an ecology similar to that expected in Europe in the future. The aim of this topic is dual: to explore new food and feed contamination pathways from natural and man-made chemicals and micro-organisms in Europe and, secondly, to investigate opportunities and risks for mutually beneficial international food trade, addressing all factors relevant to supporting and safeguarding trade in food, including appropriate packaging technologies, transport efficiency and logistics. The project will produce shared life-cycle quality assurance methods and processes together with risk assessment methods with Europe’s non-EU partners that take into account their specific production and processing conditions. Additional eligibility criteria: SICA – Minimum Number of Participants: 3 from different Member States or Associated countries and 3 from different ICPC. |
| Expected Impact |
High European added value is expected from this topic on the safety of food in Europe and of non-European origin by increasing the ability to identify, monitor and prevent global food safety risks. This research will contribute to provide a long-term vision and strategy on international food trade giving European customers guarantees of the safety and quality of food and feed of European and non-European origin. This research will enhance the competitiveness of the Union’s food industry in the global marketplace. It will also identify non-tariff barriers and requirements for adaptation to the European food chain in order to seize opportunities for enhanced intra-European and international food trade. Finally, it will promote international RTD cooperation with non-EU countries of strategic importance to Europe, together with opportunities for setting up joint ventures. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
Large collaborative project |
Barriers to network learning in SMEs
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-2-5-02 |
| Title |
Barriers to network learning in SMEs |
| Content |
The large number of SMEs in the food sector constitutes a structural problem for their further contribution to economic growth, employment and sustainable development. Their ability to innovate and to interact successfully with larger, multinational food companies will depend on efforts to support cooperation and coordination by the sector to stimulate networking between SMEs. The objective of this research priority is to gain a better understanding of behavioural differences between food companies, their network preferences and the instruments required to manage the network. Understanding the integration needs and barriers is the first step towards developing sustainable business networks. However, as shown by several network initiatives, it is essential to know more about the factors deciding success in managing an efficient network. A database will be established on the network behaviour and preferences of European food SMEs. |
| Expected Impact |
Greater availability of usable know-how regarding European SME networks is seen as a major European added value. This research will develop business tools to enable SMEs to assess their own network needs, interests and preferences and to allow organisational change and strategic management leading to competitive and sustainable business networks. It will lead to the emergence of dynamic and sustainable SME networks capable of promoting and sustaining innovation in the food sector. The research will provide information and advice to policymakers and regulatory bodies regarding the factors deciding success in SMEs. It will also support long-term KBBE strategies in the European Research Area. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Transparency in the food value chain
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-2-5-03 |
| Title |
Transparency in the food value chain |
| Content |
Transparency along the production and distribution paths of the food value chain is considered a critical factor in success in the food business. The need for transparency may differ, depending on the link in the chain (consumer, enterprise or public authority) as a function of culture, tradition and age, even within the same group of operators, and also over time. Understanding these differences and dimensions of transparency in order to generate trust in the food citizens eat remains a prerequisite for a well-functioning food sector. While clarifying the concept of food chain transparency, the other frequently used terms of traceability and integrity should also be unambiguously defined |
| Expected Impact |
The European added value lies in a common understanding of the concept of ‘food chain transparency’, which differs from one EU country and from one link in the food chain to another. Such a common understanding and operational definition of the terms ‘transparency’, ‘integrity’ and ‘traceability’ is a prerequisite for further research on this issue. This support action could therefore facilitate research on food chain management to enhance consumer trust in food quality and safety. This research will also identify and analyse best practice and experience with transparency at EU, national and/or local level. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Enhanced co-operation in food and health towards strengthening the European Research Area
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-2-6-01 |
| Title |
Enhanced co-operation in food and health towards strengthening the European Research Area |
| Content |
Creation of a European Research Area in food and health will overcome the fragmentation of research activities, programmes and policies across Europe and contribute to increasing innovation and competitiveness in the food sector. The first objective is to map existing national structures responsible for research policies and funding in each Member State. Key players should be identified, along with the processes for making decisions at regional, national and transnational levels. The second objective is to develop strategies to improve public funding schemes, to mobilise new sources of funding and to coordinate existing funding programmes better at regional, national and European levels. Complementary features and synergies between the various national and European funding instruments should be explored, in particular between the 7th RTD Framework Programme (FP7), the Framework Programme on Competitiveness and Innovation (CIP) and the instruments of the Cohesion Policy. The strategies developed will take account of the gaps and overlaps between existing research needs, available technology tools and infrastructure in this specific field of research, which increasingly requires multidisciplinary and technological expertise. |
| Expected Impact |
The European added value lies in supporting and enhancing the ERA in food and health. It will make it possible to design better funding instruments, to improve mutual transparency, to ensure coherent development and closer cooperation between the various disciplines necessary for this complex field of research and to combine efforts and build up critical mass in areas of strategic importance. It will reinforce Europe’s role as a world partner and increase the leverage of the EU and the Member States by reducing duplication in the existing efforts of the Member States and the Commission on food research. It will improve performance in R&D and innovation and strengthen the competitiveness of EU businesses and regions, in particular by fostering entrepreneurship and promoting national, regional and innovative clusters. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Nanobiotechnology: analysis of the ethical, safety, regulatory and socioeconomic aspects
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-3-6-04 |
| Title |
Nanobiotechnology: analysis of the ethical, safety, regulatory and socioeconomic aspects |
| Content |
The main objective of this action is to support the scientific assessment of the potential risks associated with nanobiotechnology based materials and products (excluding nanomedicine). This support action should make a survey of the relevant issues, analyse the implications above looking at mid to long-term impacts and foresee scenarios on the possible consequences for the citizens, society and economy. Scientists, experts on ethical, regulatory, social and economic issues, policy makers and company representatives should be involved in the analysis. Conclusions should be drawn and recommendations should be issued. The action should, in parallel to the above described activity, support the coordination of the different projects funded as result of this 2008 nanobiotechnology coordinated call. Additional information: This topic will be implemented in coordination with FP7 Cooperation Theme Nanosciences, Nanotechnologies, Materials and new Production Technologies. |
| Expected Impact |
The European added value lies in the promotion of safe, integrated and responsible nanobiotechnology research and it will pave the way to successful implementation. The project will also support coordination of nanobiotechnology FP7 funded projects. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Sustainable Biorefineries
| Topic |
KBBE-2009-3-7-01 |
| Title |
Sustainable Biorefineries |
| Content |
Development of advanced biorefineries for sustainable processing of biomass into building blocks for the production of bio-based chemicals, materials, second generation biofuels, power and heat. The biorefineries shall demonstrate their performance, sustainability and feasibility at least at pilot scale in an integrated approach. Part of the biorefinery complex that is closer to the market shall be demonstrated at industrial pilot plant scale. All proposals shall address the entire value chain from biomass feedstock production, logistics and pre-treatment to the development of thermo-chemical and bio-chemical technologies, including bio-technological routes, for the conversion of different types of biomass feedstock into bio-based products and energy. The utilisation and upgrading of residues and process waste streams and the purification and upgrading of the various products into final marketable services to consumers shall also be addressed. Bio-technological tools for the development of new non-food industrial crops and/ or biomass sources as feedstock may be applied. The upgrading and integration of new stable materials as well as of new non-enzymatic high-selective catalysts may be considered. The integration and optimisation aspects of all the main biorefinery sub-systems shall be described and show progress beyond the state-of-the-art. With regard to sustainability, all proposals shall assess for the entire value chain the environmental, economic and social sustainability, including consequences due to the competition for food and biomass resources, the impact on water use and quality, changes in land-use, soil carbon stock balance and fertility, net balance of greenhouse gases, impact on biodiversity, potential toxicological risks, energy efficiency. Impacts on international and regional dynamics, end-users and consumer needs, investment feasibility may also be considered. Additional information: The participation of relevant industrial partners, along with research organisations, SMEs, end-users and civil society organisations is essential to achieving the full impact of the project. This will be considered in the evaluation. The proposals may consider opportunities of international cooperation and address international integration of value chains, provided that they respond to sustainability criteria. |
| Expected Impact |
Funded projects are expected to demonstrate the capacity of biorefineries to contribute to European competitiveness and wealth by responding to the need for supplying a wide range of bio-based products and energy in an economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable manner. New competences, new job opportunities and new markets are also expected. Furthermore the development of biorefineries is expected to also contribute to the implementation of several EU policies and initiatives, notably the SET Plan and the Energy & Climate Package in general. |
| Deadline |
15-janv-09 |
| Instrument |
Large collaborative project |
FP7-KBBE-2007-1 (14 results)
GMO cost-effective and crop-specific co-existence measures
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-04 |
| Title |
GMO cost-effective and crop-specific co-existence measures |
| Content |
Development of feasible and cost-effective coexistence measures remain a key issue for the application of biotechnology in EU agriculture. This project will research into best practice for crop-specific technical segregation measures in crop and seed production including measures for the co-existence between non food - feed GM crops and non GM crops. The project should also assess the economic cost of the proposed measures and should take into account, and when appropriate establish interactions with, ongoing research projects. Furthermore it should develop a comprehensive information system which will make existing research results available to the Member States and other stakeholders. |
| Expected Impact |
The project will support the coherent development and implementation of guidelines for crop specific measures. |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Enlargement network - Agro-economic policy analysis of the accession and the candidate states and the Western Balkan countries
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-05 |
| Title |
Enlargement network - Agro-economic policy analysis of the accession and the candidate states and the Western Balkan countries |
| Content |
In the view of the integration of new Member States, strengthening the accession process for the remaining Candidate Countries and the closer co-operation with other candidate and precandidate countries, notably of the Western Balkans, it is important to establish and combine insight and analyses of agricultural developments in the different countries. It is important to include all relevant countries (i.e. Malta, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Albania, Serbia (including Kosovo under United Nations Security Council Resolution 1244) and Montenegro). The area of expertise and analyses on the individual countries should cover agricultural policies, agricultural markets and food chains, the competitiveness of agri-food products and farms including structural change, the developments of trade and trade relations, as well as developments of rural economies and regions including socio-economic conditions and rural labour markets and agro-environmental situations. Since the agricultural, economic and socio-economic conditions vary significantly between the countries a strong and a wide expertise needs to be established by individual countries as does the capacity to achieve a regional and European perspective in the different analyses. |
| Expected Impact |
The project will provide the analytical tools to increase the effectiveness of EC measures in support of agriculture and rural development within the accession process and the new neighbourhood policy |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Comparative analysis of factor markets for agriculture across the Member States
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-06 |
| Title |
Comparative analysis of factor markets for agriculture across the Member States |
| Content |
This project will analyse the functioning of factor markets for agriculture in the EU-27, including Candidate Countries. The research will compare the different markets, their institutional framework and their impact on agricultural development and structural change, as well as their impact on rural economies, for the Member States and the EU as a whole. The research shall focus on land sale/lease, labour and capital markets and will include the impact of national and EU programmes on these markets. |
| Expected Impact |
The project results will allow a better targeting of CAP measures and as a consequence improve the competitiveness of European agriculture. |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Costs of different standard setting and certification systems for organic food and farming
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-07 |
| Title |
Costs of different standard setting and certification systems for organic food and farming |
| Content |
Research should analyse the costs, and thus the effectiveness, of different standard setting procedures and certification systems as a basis for optimisation of the current EU certification system (Reg. EEC 2092/91). The task is to quantify for selected products all relevant expenditure and transaction cost for certification along the entire supply chain for the actors involved: farm, processing, wholesaling, retail and import level as well as the administration level and recognition of the various standards, logos and trademarks by consumers in various regions of the EU. The project should conclude in recommendations to increase the effectiveness and the efficiency of organic certification for the EU Commission, national competent authorities and private actors in organic food and farming. |
| Expected Impact |
Efficient certification systems for organic farming with lower costs, contribute to better regulation and will increase the competitiveness of the European organic farming sector. |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Drivers and limits of enhanced trade in agricultural and food products
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-08 |
| Title |
Drivers and limits of enhanced trade in agricultural and food products |
| Content |
The research work should aim at a wide-ranging impact assessment of the liberalisation of agricultural and trade policies. It should take into account both multilateral and bilateral agreements and changes in the direction of trade flows. Therefore a spatial model should be used. Special emphasis should be put on the EU's trade with its main partners. The product coverage should fit with the WTO definition of agricultural products, but appropriate disaggregating is needed to identify key changes in the composition of trade (bulk, intermediate, consumer-oriented, including a special focus on biofuels). In addition to assessing the impact of liberalisation on agricultural markets and the sector's income, a series of issues should be studied: degree of concentration and competition in trade (share of main exporting countries and of major trans-national companies, export monopolies), risk of dependence on a limited number of suppliers, consequences of sanitary or phytosanitary barriers and problems. |
| Expected Impact |
The project will provide analysis and data to underpin the European position in trade negotiations. |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Trade and agricultural policies - India
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-09 |
| Title |
Trade and agricultural policies - India |
| Content |
India is a leading world agricultural producer and consumer. Depending on factors affecting demand and supply, its net trade position can quickly change and have a significant impact on world commodity markets. The research should provide a qualitative and quantitative analysis of future developments in Indian supply, demand and trade for the main agricultural commodities. The aim is to evaluate the impact that domestic structural changes and trade agreements (WTO, GSP) may have on the EU and Indian agricultural sectors as well as on world markets. Special emphasis should be put on agricultural trade with the EU, taking into account the possible outcome of the Doha Round and the Community's future new GSP scheme for 2006 to 2015 and a possible future Free Trade Agreement with the EU. The work will provide a comparison with the agricultural trade prospects with other developed (in particular Quad) countries, including under their GSP schemes. Similarly, the project should examine prospects for regional trade, including with countries benefiting from the 'Everything But Arms' agreement with the EU, and the likely consequences for the cumulation of origin under EU preferential agreements. The project should take into account (ongoing) work carried out on India by international organisations, especially the OECD and FAO. |
| Expected Impact |
Sound analysis to underpin the trade negotiations. |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Assessing the impact of Rural Development policies (including Leader)
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-11 |
| Title |
Assessing the impact of Rural Development policies (including Leader) |
| Content |
This project will assess the economic, social and environmental impact of rural development programmes currently adopted for the period 2007 to 2013. The work will focus on the EU priorities defined in the Strategic Guidelines for rural development. These include the competitiveness of the agricultural and forestry sectors, knowledge transfer and innovation, biodiversity and preservation of high nature value farming and forestry systems, water, and climate change, the creation of employment opportunities in the fields of diversification and quality of life, improving governance and mobilising the endogenous development potential of rural areas. The research will focus on the key areas of expenditure and will be grounded in the approach defined by the Common Monitoring and Evaluation Framework established in the rural development regulation. |
| Expected Impact |
The project results will help understand the contribution of rural development programmes to EU priorities and feed into the development of the next generation of rural development policies, leading to more effective targeting of measures and use of resources. |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Policy and institutional aspects of sustainable agriculture, forestry and rural development in the Mediterranean partner countries
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-12 |
| Title |
Policy and institutional aspects of sustainable agriculture, forestry and rural development in the Mediterranean partner countries |
| Content |
This project will provide research on the impact of (EU and national) agricultural, rural and environmental policies, impact of agri-food trade liberalisation on the Mediterranean partner countries: studies on structural changes, impact on rural populations, including employment, poverty, income distribution and possible migration trends, commercial relations with major trade partners such as the EU, increasing competition on the export market with emerging economies, impact of consumers' changing demands, prospects for quality products, impact of norms and standards on trade, institutional and traditional management of access to resources (land, water, etc.) . |
| Expected Impact |
The project results will support the trade negotiations by assessing the impact on Mediterranean partner countries. |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
New sources of employment in rural area
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-13 |
| Title |
New sources of employment in rural area |
| Content |
The project will identify labour market, demographic and economic trends in rural areas across EU-27 and the potential for new sources of employment outside traditional primary and secondary sector activities. It will take into account the European Guidelines for Employment, technological change and the shift to a knowledge based economy. It will focus 18 A complementary topic on the impact of the CAP is open in area 8.2.2 of the Socio-economic sciences and humanities Theme (Theme 8) on human capital, skills and adaptability as well as demand for labour in sectors such as the provision of environmental services, recreational amenities and traditional skills. It will examine the interaction between different types of rural area (peri-urban, remote, high environmental amenity value etc.) and the evolution of labour markets, travel to work areas and changing work patterns. It will identify employment growth areas where rural development programmes can be targeted to increase their contribution to employment creation. |
| Expected Impact |
The project results will allow a better targeting of rural development measures and future evolution of rural development policies in line with the Lisbon Strategy. |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Cost of production using FADN
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-14 |
| Title |
Cost of production using FADN |
| Content |
The project aims to define and to develop one (or more) economic model(s) for estimating the cost of production of various types of agricultural products using the FADN data. As a first step, a methodology concerning the development of the model(s), the evaluation of the accuracy of the results provided by the model(s) and the estimation of the error(s) per model should be developed. In the next step and on the basis of the outcome of the first part of the project one or more models should be developed, validated and tested covering at least 3 types of products (do be defined during the first phase, once the methodology is developed). Finally a mechanism/methodology for maintaining and updating the model(s) should be described and applied and tested at least for one type of product (to be defined during the initial phase). The model(s) will be used for evaluating the impact of the various agricultural measures on agricultural income and business using FADN data. |
| Expected Impact |
The project results will allow the accuracy of the impact assessment of CAP measures to be improved. |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Assessing the socio-economic consequences and costs benefits of measures promoting good animal welfare
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-15 |
| Title |
Assessing the socio-economic consequences and costs benefits of measures promoting good animal welfare |
| Content |
This project will assess the benefits and costs to society, the livestock industry, and to the animal, of measures aimed at promoting animal welfare. It will include analysis of welfare standards in the EU and in third countries, evaluation of methods used for documentation of animal welfare and behaviour and implications on international trade and competitiveness. Typically, European consumers demand high levels of animal welfare in livestock production. Regulation to improve animal welfare, however, raises fears of unfair competition for imported livestock products. Despite this, some high welfare standards may not imply significant additional costs, and some may result in added value and increased economic benefits. |
| Expected Impact |
The project will support the development of European policy on animal welfare and, in particular, the implementation of the Community Action Plan on the Protection and Welfare of Animals 2006-2010. |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
Establishment of an information platform on the protection and welfare of animals
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-16 |
| Title |
Establishment of an information platform on the protection and welfare of animals |
| Content |
This project will develop a forum for the interchange of information on animal welfare research by different stakeholders. It will identify best practices, disseminate information on such practices and develop information tools and communication strategies in the animal welfare field. It will identify areas within current and proposed animal welfare legislation where more knowledge is needed and will help identify and prioritise needs for animal welfare research of interest to Europe. |
| Expected Impact |
The project will support the development of European policy on animal welfare and, in particular, the implementation of the Community Action Plan on the Protection and Welfare of Animals 2006-2010 |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
CSA |
External costs of pesticide
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-1-4-18 |
| Title |
External costs of pesticide |
| Content |
Internalisation of external costs of pesticides is an option considered by some Member States as a valid policy action to reduce their use and limit their negative impacts on humans and on the environment. Research is needed to assess the feasibility and benefits of such an approach. The project should, (i) identify true external costs of pesticides, taking into account the direct impact on the operators and indirect impact on bystanders, residents, consumers and the environment, (ii) develop options/criteria for an effective and realistic system of taxes/levies on pesticides, (iii) study the potential support of incentives to implement the substitution principle to pesticides (preferred use of plant protection products with lower risks to human health and the environment) and, (iv) study the possible implementation and feasibility of such a system. |
| Expected Impact |
The project will contribute to the further development of market-based instruments to support the development and implementation of the Sustainable Use of Pesticides thematic strategy. In the preparation of the strategy, following detailed research and taking into due account the specificities of both pesticides supply and demand, the Commission finally considered that knowledge and instruments were not yet ripe to allow taxation to be part of the TS - this research should contribute to fill this knowledge gap. |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
Small collaborative project |
Networking of food consumer science in Europe and development and application of social and behavioural sciences to food research
| Topic |
KBBE-2007-2-1-01 |
| Title |
Networking of food consumer science in Europe and development and application of social and behavioural sciences to food research |
| Content |
The food consumer is critical to the food and agriculture industries in shaping demand and, particularly in this context, responding to new products (e.g. functional foods) and production methodologies (e.g. GMO safety). However, food consumer science is currently a rather poorly defined field involving a broad range of scientific disciplines. There is therefore a need to develop new knowledge and new working methods in this field. The network should involve the most important disciplines and promote new knowledge through strengthening consumer science in Europe. Objectives of this topic will be the development of a critical mass (scientists, scientific disciplines, facilities, etc.), facilitation and promotion of data exchange, joint activities (protocols, metrics, collaborative studies, etc.) and comparability of research actions in the field of consumer science in food. |
| Expected Impact |
New knowledge and harmonised working methods in this field, Increased comprehension of societal problems through the development of a critical mass in food consumer science, strategies to involve relevant communities, stakeholders, practitioners in the making and/or diffusion of research, better targeted public policies that address consumer needs, in particular the policies of the Health and Consumer Protection Directorate General in the fields of health, nutrition and food safety (e.g. obesity, nutritional claims, supplementation, new food technologies). |
| Deadline |
02-mai-07 |
| Instrument |
NoE |
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