Industry-Oriented Research for a Socially Beneficial Transition in the Food Sector 2026

Published Sep 09, 2026

WHAT CAN YOU APPLY FOR?

Industry-oriented research projects that generate new knowledge to address complex and long-term challenges in the food sector.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Research organisations, companies (excluding sole proprietorships), public organisations, and other stakeholders may participate in the project.

The project must involve at least three and no more than ten partners. At least half of the partners must be from the business sector, and at least one partner must be a research organisation.

The main applicant must be either a company with a Swedish corporate registration number (excluding sole proprietorships), or a Swedish university, university college, or research institute.

At least one researcher with a doctoral degree must participate in the project.

HOW MUCH FUNDING CAN YOU APPLY FOR?

The project duration is 36 months (3 years). You can apply for a grant of up to SEK 8 million.

Under this call, companies may be granted funding covering up to 65 percent of their eligible costs.