# Innovasjonsprosjekter i næringslivet: Mat og bioressurser

**Funder:** Research Council of Norway
**Budget:** Kr 1 000 000–10 000 000
**Duration:** 12–48 months
**Application:** Single stage
**Frequency:** Continuous
**Eligible countries:** NO
**Official call:** https://www.forskningsradet.no/utlysninger/2025/innovasjonsprosjekter-naringslivet-mat-bioressurser/
**Last verified:** 19 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports research-driven innovation in Norwegian agriculture, forestry, fisheries, aquaculture and food industry. Companies apply together with partners for research-based innovation projects.

## Summary

The Research Council of Norway's Innovasjonsprosjekter i næringslivet: Mat og bioressurser funds research-driven innovation projects in Norwegian agriculture, forestry, fisheries, aquaculture, and food manufacturing. Grants range from 1 to 10 million kroner over 12-48 months and are open to Norwegian companies partnering with research institutions. This call runs continuously with rolling deadlines, allowing companies to apply on a flexible schedule.

## Who should apply

- Norwegian companies in agriculture, forestry, fisheries, aquaculture, or food manufacturing
- Firms partnering with Norwegian research institutions or universities
- Projects translating research findings into commercial or operational innovation
- Companies seeking to de-risk technology or process development with structured R&D

## Key dates

- Rolling deadline: submit anytime throughout the year
- Single-stage evaluation
- Project duration: 12-48 months

## Tips for applicants

- Partner early with a named research institution; RCN expects clear role division between industry and academia.
- Frame the innovation challenge concretely, RCN prioritises projects addressing documented barriers in the food and bioresources value chain.
- Budget flexibility: tailor your budget to project scope (1-10M kr) rather than forcing fit to a standard tier; RCN reviews across the range.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the budget range for Mat og bioressurser innovation grants?

Grants range from 1 to 10 million kroner per project, scaled to project scope and complexity.

### Who can apply for this Research Council of Norway innovation call?

Norwegian companies in agriculture, forestry, fisheries, aquaculture, or food manufacturing, typically partnering with a Norwegian research institution.

### How long do Mat og bioressurser projects last?

Projects run for 12 to 48 months depending on the innovation scope.

### Is there a fixed deadline for this call?

No, the call has a rolling deadline, companies can submit applications at any time throughout the year.

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