Application Deadline:
01 April 2026
About Organisation
The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) is an autonomous intergovernmental financial institution created within the framework of the United Nations. The agreement establishing the organisation was negotiated at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) between 1976 and 1980 and came into force in 1989. CFC currently brings together 101 member states and several institutional members to promote sustainable development in the commodity sector. The organisation works to strengthen the income-generating capacity of commodity producers and reduce economic vulnerability. Through agriculture development funding and commodity sector grants, CFC supports initiatives that improve livelihoods, encourage sustainable production, and promote long-term economic growth in developing countries.
About the Grant
The CFC Commodity Development Fund supports high-impact projects that improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers while promoting sustainable and inclusive commodity value chains. Through this initiative, the Common Fund for Commodities invests in projects that combine commercial viability with environmental sustainability and social inclusion. The programme encourages projects that enable farmers to access global markets, adopt climate-smart agricultural practices, and increase local value addition. Priority areas include regenerative agriculture, biodiversity protection, agtech innovations, improved financial access for farmers, and women-led enterprises. By supporting sustainable agriculture funding and SME agriculture grants, the programme aims to strengthen commodity sectors and create resilient rural economies in developing countries.
Who can Apply?
The grant is open to organisations operating in one of the 101 member countries of the Common Fund for Commodities. Eligible applicants include small and medium enterprises, cooperatives, social enterprises, non-governmental organisations, and public or private sector entities involved in agriculture or commodity value chains. Applicants must demonstrate at least three years of operational experience and show the capacity to manage projects that support smallholder farmers. Proposed projects should be financially viable and contribute to inclusive economic growth. Special priority is given to proposals from Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and Small Island Developing States, as well as projects supporting sustainable forest management in the Congo Basin region.
How to Apply?
Applicants must prepare and submit a complete proposal describing the project, its expected impact on smallholder farmers, and financial sustainability. The application should include the required forms along with financial statements such as balance sheets or income statements. All documents must be submitted in English. Proposals should clearly demonstrate how the project strengthens commodity value chains, promotes sustainable agriculture, and supports inclusive economic development within eligible member countries.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for submitting project proposals under the CFC Commodity Development Fund is 1 April 2026. All required documentation must be completed and submitted before this date
Last Date To Apply
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