Call for Proposals: BBSRC ‘s SASSA Program

Sustainable Agriculture for Sub-Saharan Africa (SASSA) Program

To address research challenges relating to the sustainable intensification of agricultural systems in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA),Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is seeking proposals for its Sustainable Agriculture for Sub-Saharan Africa (SASSA) program.
The call aims to enhance food security by improving the productivity and health of crops important to African farmers. Its focus is on farming systems in which crops are grown primarily for human consumption, and their interactions with the environment. Projects may also include crops grown for animal feed or non-food uses in rotations or mixtures with food crops, and the contributions of farmed animals to food crop productivity.

Deadline
8 November 2017

Themes
-Soil health
-Nutrient management
-Water management
-Managing crop pests and diseases
-Funding Information

Value
Up to £10M is available, subject to the quality of proposals received, with the aim of supporting a balanced portfolio of around 10 to 15 projects across the scope of the call.
Applications must not exceed a maximum of £2.0M (at 100% of their full economic cost).
Funds can be requested for up to three years, but projects are expected to be completed by 30 June 2021.

Eligibility
The call is open only to individuals and organisations normally eligible to apply to the UK research councils for research grants. Applications must be led by an eligible PI in the UK.
As well as UK researchers normally eligible for BBSRC funding, applications may include (for this call only) eligible Co-Is based in any of the African countries.

Application
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via given website, visit BBSRC.