MENA Regenerative Agriculture Program Opens Applications for 2026/2027 Cycle
What happened
The MENA Regenerative Agriculture Venture Programme has opened applications for its 2026/2027 cycle. The program aims to empower researchers, students, and early entrepreneurs in the Middle East and North Africa region through innovation and research. It seeks solutions in regenerative agriculture that address fundamental regional challenges.
Why it matters
The initiative supports science and nature-based solutions to advance climate-resilient and sustainable farming practices across the Middle East and North Africa. The program specifically targets issues such as soil health restoration, carbon farming, and food and water security.
Who's involved
- North AfricaRegion where the program addresses agricultural challenges
- Middle EastRegion where the program addresses agricultural challenges
- MoroccoState potentially gaining access to new venture funding
- World BankInternational financial institution whose mandate aligns with the program's goals
- EgyptKey economy that may benefit from new expertise addressing food security
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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The entities involved
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North Africa
northernmost region of the African continent
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Middle East
geopolitical region encompassing Egypt and most of Western Asia, including Iran