We are a project co-funded by the EU, established to support the EU agri-food sector in creating renewable energy communities.
In the AGRICOM-project farmers, actors in the agrifood sector, and SMEs in the food retail or similar sectors can apply to get free one-on-one support to set up a renewable energy community.
About us
AGRICOM supports farmers, actors in the agrifood sector, and SMEs in the food retail or similar sectors in joining forces to produce, share, and use renewable energy. Through collaboration and innovation, we help reduce energy costs, strengthen resilience, and promote sustainable growth across Europe’s food value chain.
What can farmers, actors in the agrifood sector, and food-retail SMEs get from AGRICOM?
Job creation
Create local jobs in installation, maintenance, and energy management.
Autonomy
Increase energy independence through locally produced solar, biogas, and wind energy.
Save energy
Lower energy costs and make farms and small businesses more competitive.
Climate actions
Contribute to climate goals by reducing emissions and promoting sustainable land use.
Teamwork
Strengthen collaboration between farmers, food producers, retailers, and municipalities.
Local wealth
Keep value within the community, as savings and revenues circulate among local members.
Energy Together
AgriCom shows how energy can become a shared resource.
Thriving Communities
AgriCom helps rural regions grow stronger, greener, and more self-sufficient.
The Consortium
FAQ
What is AGRICOM?
AGRICOM is a European project that helps farmers and food businesses produce their own renewable energy and share it with others in their area. The goal is to lower energy bills and make farms and rural businesses more independent from big energy companies.
What is this project offering?
AGRICOM will support 15 groups of farmers and businesses in the agrifood sector to create local energy communities. These groups will work together to produce and share clean electricity from sources like solar or other renewables.
What is an energy community?
An energy community is when citizens, farmers, businesses, and sometimes local authorities join together to:
Produce renewable energy (like solar power)
Use it for their own buildings
Share extra electricity with others in the group
This helps keep energy money inside the local community and makes everyone less dependent on energy companies.
Why should farmers and businesses in the agrifood sector join?
Joining an energy community can:
Lower your electricity bill
Protect you from rising energy prices
Make your business more competitive
Let you invest together instead of alone
Support climate-friendly agrifood business
Who can apply?
You must apply with at least two farms or agrifood businesses.
You can also include:
Food processors or shops
Cooperatives
Local councils
Other small businesses
The project must be in:
Catalonia (Spain)
Flanders or Wallonia (Belgium)
Greek islands
Croatia
Trentino (Italy)
What help will AGRICOM give?
AGRICOM experts will help you with:
Choosing the right renewable energy system
Getting permits
Making a business plan
Setting fair energy-sharing prices
Legal paperwork
Setting up the energy-sharing system
And it’s free.
How does the support work?
You will:
Have a first meeting to understand your business and plans
Share basic energy data (electricity use, roofs, land, etc.)
Get step-by-step help to set up the energy community
Learn from other business in your sector
Get a plan so your energy community keeps running after the project ends
What do we need to do?
You just need to:
Take part in meetings
Share some basic energy and business data
Work with the AGRICOM team
Sign a simple commitment letter
What is the deadline?
You must apply by:
14th April 2026 23:59 CET
What if I don’t have partners yet?
No problem. You can apply alone and ask for matchmaking help. AGRICOM will help you find other businesses or local partners to join you.
How are applications chosen?
AGRICOM will look at:
How committed the group is
How much renewable energy can be produced
How much the project helps the local economy, people, and environment
The best 3 projects in each country will be selected.
When will we know the result?
You will get an answer by the end of April 2026.
You will also get feedback and help get connected with other similar projects if you are not selected.