THERE IS CURRENTLY ONE PROJECT CALL

PHC2025/08: Enhancing knowledge on Potato Leaf Roll Virus (PLRV) to increase stakeholder awareness and support management solutions

Aim: To enhance understanding of Potato Leafroll Virus (PLRV) and its recent resurgence in Great Britain. The project will bring together current knowledge, explore the drivers of PLRV spread, and develop practical guidance to support the potato industry in managing this threat. The findings will help safeguard the health and reputation of GB’s seed and ware potato sectors while informing future policy and practice.

This project is co-funded by the Plant Health Centre and by GB Potatoes, through a grant from AHDB, utilising the remaining Potato Levy funds.

Maximum funding available: £30,000

Application deadline: 5pm on 1st October 2025

How to apply: please see project call for full details and apply using the PHC Application Form before 5pm on Wednesday 1st October 2025

The completed application form should be emailed to info@planthealthcentre.scot by the date specified in the call. 

Guidance and Documentation: 

• All feedback and queries related to PHC calls should be emailed to info@planthealthcentre.scot.
• All non-confidential queries and answers will be published on this website.
• Applicants should use the PHC Application Form when applying for projects. The completed application form should be emailed to info@planthealthcentre.scot by the date specified in the call.
• It is possible to request a start date or project duration that differs from the project specification. This should be requested in the application form (section 1.4) and is subject to approval and the requirements of individual projects.
• Applicants must ensure they are able to accept the PHC Funding Terms and Conditions before submitting an application.
• Guidance on writing PHC project reports. 

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