High Stipend Plant Breeding PhD Scholarships in Germany

Plant breeding doctoral research spans genetics, genomics, and field phenotyping to develop resilient crops and sustainable production systems. We list 13 high stipend programmes with a monthly stipend from €2,000. The median stipend among programmes with disclosed funding is €2,500/month.

13 programmes · typical stipend 2500 €/month

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LMU

PhD Scholarships at Prinzessin Therese von Bayern Chair of Systematics, Biodiversity and Evolution of Plants, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU)

Data & digital agriculture

Germany

Biology, Plant Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Plant Breeding

4,800 €/month

The Prinzessin Therese von Bayern Chair of Systematics, Biodiversity and Evolution of Plants at LMU Munich invites applications for PhD positions. The chair focuses on plant systematics, evolution, and biodiversity, utilizing molecular phylogenetics, genomics, and herbarium collections.…
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AGILE

PhD Scholarships at AGILE Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Bioinformatics, Data Science, Environmental Sciences, Food Sciences, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences, Production Ecology and Resource Conservation, Sustainable Development and Rural Innovation

4,000 €/month

The AGILE Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network (MSCA-DN) offers fully funded PhD positions for international students across Europe. This network focuses on training early-stage researchers in smart agriculture, digital transformation, and sustainable food systems. With 15+ beneficiaries f…
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FZJ

PhD Scholarships at Forschungszentrum Jülich

Data & digital agriculture

Germany

Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

3,100 €/month

Forschungszentrum Jülich, one of Europe's largest interdisciplinary research centres, offers fully funded PhD positions for international students in cutting-edge fields such as energy, information, and bioeconomy. With a focus on sustainable solutions, PhD researchers work in state-of-the-ar…
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JKI

PhD Scholarships at Julius Kühn-Institut (JKI) - Federal Research Centre for Cultivated Plants

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Biotechnology, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

2,800 €/month

The Julius Kühn-Institut (JKI), Germany's Federal Research Centre for Cultivated Plants, offers exciting PhD opportunities in plant-related sciences, emphasizing crop protection, breeding, and sustainable agriculture. As a leading research institution, JKI collaborates with universities to ho…
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ZALF

PhD Scholarships at Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF)

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Economic and Social Sciences Related to Agriculture, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

2,600 €/month

The Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF) in Müncheberg, Germany, offers fully funded PhD positions for international students in agricultural landscape research. ZALF's interdisciplinary research focuses on sustainable land use, biodiversity, and ecosystem services. PhD c…
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ATB

PhD Scholarships at Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy (ATB)

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Animal Sciences, Biotechnology, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

2,500 €/month

The Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy (ATB) offers exciting PhD scholarships focused on advancing sustainable agriculture and bioeconomy through innovative research. Located in Potsdam, Germany, ATB provides opportunities for doctoral candidates to engage in cuttin…
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TUD

PhD Scholarships at Technical University of Dresden

Plants & crops

Germany

Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, Forestry and Agroforestry, Plant Breeding, Sustainable Development and Rural Innovation

2,500 €/month

The Technical University of Dresden (TU Dresden) offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly appealing to international students seeking advanced research opportunities in Germany. As one of Europe's leading technical universities, TU Dresden emphasizes…
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HU

PhD Scholarships at Humboldt University of Berlin

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Food Sciences, Horticulture, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

2,200 €/month

Humboldt University of Berlin offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly in agricultural and life sciences, welcoming international applicants from around the world. As one of Germany's top universities, it emphasizes global collaboration through…
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IPK

PhD Scholarships at Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (IPK Gatersleben)

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Data Science, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

2,200 €/month

The Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (IPK Gatersleben) offers exciting PhD scholarships for international students passionate about plant genetics and crop improvement. Located in Germany, IPK is a leading research institution focused on…
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TUM

PhD Scholarships at Technical University of Munich (TUM)

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Food Sciences, Forestry and Agroforestry, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

2,200 €/month

The Technical University of Munich (TUM) offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly appealing to international students seeking advanced research opportunities in agriculture-related fields. As one of Germany's leading universities, TUM emphasizes interdisciplinary…
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UHH

PhD Scholarships at University of Hamburg

Data & digital agriculture

Germany

Biology, Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

2,200 €/month

The University of Hamburg offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly appealing to international students seeking advanced research opportunities in Germany. As a leading research university, it provides access to cutting-edge facilities and interdisciplinary…
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WWU

PhD Scholarships at University of Münster

Data & digital agriculture

Germany

Biology, Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

2,200 €/month

The University of Münster offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly in life sciences and related fields, welcoming international applicants from around the world. As a leading German research university, it provides opportunities for…
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JMU

PhD Scholarships at University of Würzburg

Data & digital agriculture

Germany

Biology, Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

2,200 €/month

The University of Würzburg offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly through its Graduate School of Life Sciences (GSLS), which emphasizes interdisciplinary research in biology, biotechnology, and related fields. International students are highly encouraged…
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Research in Plant Breeding (Germany)

Plant breeding doctoral research spans genetics, genomics, and field phenotyping to develop resilient crops and sustainable production systems.

Typical funding on this page

We list 13 high stipend programmes with a monthly stipend from €2,000. The median stipend among programmes with disclosed funding is €2,500/month. Among programmes with a disclosed stipend, monthly grants range from €2,200 to €4,800.

Candidate requirements

Admission criteria are set by each institute and typically include a relevant master's degree (or equivalent), research fit with the advertised project, and English proficiency where required. Visa, residency and prior-degree recognition rules depend on Germany — confirm the official programme page before applying.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of Plant Breeding PhD research is funded in Germany?

Programmes listed here are institute-level doctoral scholarships tagged with Plant Breeding. Research themes range from applied experiments to data-driven and translational projects depending on the host institute.

How much do Plant Breeding PhD scholarships pay in Germany?

Among the 13 programmes on this page, 13 publish a monthly stipend. The median grant is about €2,500/month; individual offers may be higher or lower.

What does “High Stipend” mean on this page?

This URL shows 13 programmes that match the “High Stipend” funding tier (monthly stipend from €2,000 where disclosed). It is a narrowed view of the broader country×field listing.

Who can apply to these programmes?

Each institute defines its own degree background, language and residency requirements. Open the programme listing for application deadlines and the official admission criteria.

How do I find related PhD scholarship categories?

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