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IFAD Innovation Challenge: Smallholder Resilience

Key Information

Organisation

IFAD

Status

Closed

Application Deadline

20 Jun 2026

Program Type

Challenge

Amount

USD 50,000

About this Program

Seeking tools and services that build the climate resilience of smallholder farmers.

Benefits & What You Get

Seed funding; mentorship from IFAD specialists; partnership pathways.

Eligibility

Startups and research teams working in rural development contexts.

Startups That Could Apply

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