Are you a startup transforming agrifood systems through innovation and technology? The World Food Forum (WFF) Startup Innovation Awards 2025, powered by Extreme Tech Challenge (XTC), is now accepting applications! This prestigious global competition spotlights youth-led startups offering sustainable solutions to end hunger and achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Startups will have the chance to pitch their innovations to a distinguished panel of global agrifood and sustainability experts, gain international exposure, and compete for cash prizes totaling over USD 80,000—including a fully funded trip to Rome, Italy for the WFF flagship event!

Award Categories for WFF Startup Innovation Awards 2025:

• Digital Innovation in Food Processing Award: Celebrating startups revolutionizing food processing technologies.

• Equitable and Sustainable Nutrition Award: Recognizing solutions improving access to nutritious, sustainable food.

• Enhancing Climate Resilience and Water Security Award: Honoring innovations addressing climate change and water scarcity.

• Driving Innovation in Agrifood Systems Award: Highlighting the use of IoT, AI, blockchain, drones, and advanced analytics to transform food systems.

Special Prizes:

• Startup of the Year Award 2025: The highest honor, awarded to the most impactful and scalable startup across all categories.

• Fighting Malnutrition and Enhancing Food Security Prize by MassChallenge Switzerland:

  • Open to semi-finalists.

  • EUR 10,000 cash prize, tailored mentorship, and travel support to Switzerland.

WFF Startup Innovation Awards 2025 | Details:

Host Institution:
World Food Forum (WFF)

Program Type:
Fully Funded

Program Benefits:

• Pitch your innovation before top global experts.

• Gain exposure to investors, governments, and key organizations.

• Access over USD 80,000 in cash and in-kind prizes.

• Receive travel support to attend the WFF flagship event in Rome, Italy.

• Join powerful global networks through the FAO and Extreme Tech Challenge.

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Open to youth-led startups driving a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient food future.

• Solutions must be actionable, scalable, and tech-driven for agrifood system transformation.

• Eligible Countries: All countries are welcome.

Application Deadline:

🗓 22 May 2025

Application Procedure:

Apply directly through the official website by completing the application form and uploading the required documents.
👉 Official Link