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Announced at COP30 in Belem, Brazil (November 2025), the Gates Foundation pledged $1. 4 billion over 2026-2029 to scale farmer-led, evidence-based innovations that help smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia adapt to extreme weather.
A significant portion funds digital advisory services -- mobile apps, SMS platforms, and AI-driven tools that deliver planting decisions, weather forecasts, and pest alerts directly to farmers. The related AIM for Scale initiative delivered AI-powered weather forecasts to nearly 40 million farmers across 13 Indian states during the 2025 monsoon season.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Research organizations, nonprofits, agricultural institutions, and technology partners working to scale climate-resilient crops, digital advisory services, soil health, and weather intelligence for smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1.4 billion over four years (2026-2029) to scale climate-adaptation innovations for smallholder farmers, including a significant share for AI-driven digital advisory tools delivering planting decisions, weather forecasts, and pest alerts. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Gates Foundation $1.4 Billion Commitment for Climate Adaptation of Smallholder Farmers Including AI-Driven Digital Advisory Services is funded by Gates Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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