The OECD Co-operative Research Programme (CRP) is inviting applications for its 2027 Research Fellowship Grants. These fellowships provide research scientists in agriculture, forestry, and fisheries the opportunity to conduct research projects abroad in other member countries for 6 to 26 weeks. The program aims to foster international collaboration, mobility, and the exchange of innovative ideas among scientists working in these fields.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must be residents of countries participating in the OECD CRP. For 2027, note the following country-specific updates:
- Türkiye will not participate as a member in 2027.
- Brazil joined on July 1, 2026, and is eligible to apply.
- Ukraine is in the accession stage; contact the CRP Secretariat for updates.
Eligible applicants should consult the relevant national correspondents and country files for guidance on their country’s research institutes and universities.
Focus Areas
Applications relevant to the work of the OECD Committee for Agriculture and other bodies are particularly encouraged. Key research topics include:
- Sustainable and resilient productivity growth in food security and nutrition
- Climate risk management, reducing emissions from agriculture and food systems, and carbon sequestration
- Forest conservation and reversing land degradation
- Livestock management, minimizing negative environmental impacts while improving soil, biodiversity, and livelihoods
- Biodiversity and ecosystem services
- Soil health, water, and air quality improvement, including agro-ecological methods
- Knowledge transfer and innovation, including Indigenous and traditional agricultural knowledge
- Fisheries and aquaculture productivity, sustainability, and resilience
Fellowship Benefits
- International research collaboration opportunities
- Increased exposure and mobility for scientists
- Access to fellowships lasting 6 to 26 weeks in member countries
- Support for high-quality research and publication opportunities
How to Apply
Applicants must follow these steps:
- Review all guidelines, conditions, and selection criteria documents provided by OECD.
- Consult the CRP Action Areas and relevant country files.
- Complete the online application form for CRP Research Fellowships.
- Prepare supporting documents, including CV, invitation letters, and sample applications.
The deadline for submissions is Thursday, September 10, 2026, at midnight (Paris time).
Contact Information
For questions or clarifications regarding the fellowship application, applicants can contact the CRP Secretariat at:
Email: TAD.Prog@oecd.org
Participating Countries
There are 32 participating countries including Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and the United States.
Summary:
The OECD CRP Research Fellowships 2027 provide a unique platform for international research collaboration in agriculture, forestry, and fisheries. Scientists from member countries are encouraged to apply by September 10, 2026, to engage in global knowledge exchange, advance research, and enhance scientific mobility.
