Learn About Agrobiodiversity, Climate Resilience, and Sustainable Food Systems
Introduction
Applications are now open for the 2026 GROW Summer School on Agrobiodiversity in a Changing Climate, an international academic programme supported by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
The programme provides students, researchers, and early-career professionals with an opportunity to gain advanced knowledge on climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable agricultural systems. Limited scholarships are also available for selected participants.
Quick Highlights
Particulars
Details
Opportunity Name
GROW Summer School 2026
Supporting Organization
FAO Mountain Partnership
Programme Type
International Summer School
Location
Rome, Italy
Course Language
English
Programme Dates
20–28 October 2026
Application Deadline
20 July 2026
Category
Scholarships / Training
Opportunity Overview
Particular
Details
Programme Name
GROW – Agrobiodiversity in a Changing Climate
Host Country
Italy
Organized By
Mountain Partnership Secretariat and Partners
Venue
FAO Headquarters & Botanical Garden of Rome
Duration
9 Days
Scholarships Available
Yes (Limited)
About Organization
The FAO Mountain Partnership Secretariat promotes sustainable mountain development and capacity-building initiatives worldwide.
Through programmes such as the GROW Summer School, the organization strengthens global expertise on biodiversity conservation, climate adaptation, and sustainable agricultural systems.
About Programme
The GROW Summer School focuses on the importance of agrobiodiversity and its role in strengthening resilience and adaptability of agricultural systems to climate change.
Participants will engage in interdisciplinary learning combining scientific research, policy discussions, and practical case studies related to biodiversity, climate resilience, and food security.
Benefits Section
Benefit
Details
International Academic Training
Available
Expert Lectures
Available
Scholarship Support
Limited Scholarships Available
Networking Opportunities
Available
Field-Based Learning Experience
Available
Global Professional Exposure
Available
Partner Institutions
Institution
Role
Sapienza University of Rome
Programme Partner
Alliance of Bioversity International & CIAT
Programme Partner
Platform for Agrobiodiversity Research
Programme Partner
FAO Mountain Partnership Secretariat
Organizer & Technical Support
Eligibility Criteria
Requirement
Details
Undergraduate Students
Eligible
Postgraduate Students
Eligible
Researchers
Eligible
Early-Career Professionals
Eligible
Professionals in Agriculture, Environment or Sustainability
Eligible
Interest in Climate and Biodiversity
Required
Study Areas
Area
Details
Agrobiodiversity Conservation
Included
Climate Change and Agriculture
Included
Food Security
Included
Sustainable Agriculture
Included
Climate Adaptation Strategies
Included
Mountain Ecosystems
Included
Required Skills
Skill
Requirement
Interest in Sustainability
Required
Research Skills
Preferred
Communication Skills
Preferred
Interdisciplinary Learning Ability
Required
Teamwork
Required
Required Documents
Document
Required
Application Form
Yes
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Yes
Academic Information
Yes
Supporting Documents
As Required by Organizers
Scholarship Information
Particular
Details
Scholarships Available
Yes
Scholarship Providers
Sapienza University of Rome & Raffaella Foundation
Students, researchers, and early-career professionals can apply.
Where will the programme take place?
At FAO Headquarters and the Botanical Garden of Rome, Italy.
Are scholarships available?
Yes, limited scholarships are available.
What is the application deadline?
20 July 2026.
What is the course language?
English.
CareerFlora Expert Insight
The FAO-supported GROW Summer School 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for aspiring sustainability professionals, researchers, and students interested in climate resilience and biodiversity conservation.
Applicants working in agriculture, environmental sciences, and sustainable development should strongly consider applying.
