World Food Forum Startup Innovation Awards 2026
International
Call for Applications: WFF Startup Innovation Awards 2026
The World Food Forum (WFF), in partnership with Extreme Tech Challenge (XTC), is seeking youth-led startups with high-impact solutions to transform global agrifood systems.
The Challenge: Startups should address one of the four "Betters":
Better Production: Precision agriculture, supply chain efficiency.
Better Nutrition: Food safety, digital traceability.
Better Environment: Climate-smart tech, circular economy.
Better Life: Rural digital access, financial inclusion.
Eligibility:
Youth-Led: At least one founder/executive aged 18–35.
Stage: Less than $2M in funding or annual revenue.
Impact: Validated prototype or pilot addressing food security.
Why Apply?
Global Visibility: Showcase at the WFF flagship event.
Networking: Connect with the XTC investor network and FAO experts.
Prizes: Total prize pool of $30,000 USD for top innovators.
Location & Duration
Duration Not disclosed
Location Global
Additional Information
Opportunity type awards
Opportunity format offline
Payment fully funded
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