SLO Foundation Grant for Research on Mechanisation and Work Environment in Forestry and Agriculture

  • Start Date:

  • Deadline:

  • Agency:
    Kungliga Skogs- och Lantbruksakademien (KSLA)

The Office of Grants and Research (OGR), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), invites eligible researchers and institutions to apply for funding under the SLO Foundation Grant for Research on Mechanisation and Work Environment in Forestry and Agriculture, administered by the Kungliga Skogs- och Lantbruksakademien (KSLA). This programme supports research and innovation projects aimed at improving mechanisation practices and working conditions within the forestry and agricultural sectors.

Programme Overview
The SLO Foundation provides funding for educational, experimental, and research activities that address challenges and opportunities related to mechanisation and occupational environments in forestry and agriculture. The programme seeks to promote efficiency, safety, and sustainability in agroforestry systems through applied research and innovation.

Key Details

  • Funder: Kungliga Skogs- och Lantbruksakademien (KSLA)

  • Award Type: Research – Project Grants & Innovation

  • Discipline: Agroforestry and related fields

  • Submission Deadline: 1 April 2026

Eligibility

  • Open to a wide range of applicants, including:

    • Academic institutions

    • Commercial or private sector organisations

    • Government or public sector institutions

    • Non-profit organisations

  • Proposals should align with the Foundation’s focus on mechanisation and work environment improvements in forestry and agriculture

Funding Scope
Grants support projects that may include:

  • Research on mechanised systems in forestry and agriculture

  • Studies on occupational health and safety in agro-based industries

  • Development of innovative tools, technologies, and practices

  • Educational and experimental initiatives that enhance sector productivity and working conditions

How to Apply
Applicants should prepare a detailed proposal in line with the call requirements and submit via the official KSLA platform:
https://www.ksla.se/utlysningar/en-miljon-kronor-att-soka-ur-stiftelsen-slo-fonden-for-mekanisering-och-arbetsmiljo/

This funding opportunity offers KNUST researchers and partners a valuable platform to contribute to sustainable agricultural and forestry practices, while advancing innovations that improve both productivity and workplace safety.