Accelerator

EIT Food Accelerator Network (FAN) – Call for Startups 2026

Closed

This call is closed. The page stays up for reference; check the official page for the next round.

The EIT Food Accelerator Network is a multi-hub European accelerator for pre-Series A agrifood and foodtech startups to validate technologies and accelerate market readiness. Top participating startups can receive subgrants up to 50,000 euros for technology validation projects.

Key facts

Organiser
EIT Food
Deadline
April 14, 2026
Amount
€50,000 · Grant
Equity
Not stated
Entry fee
Not stated
Open to
Switzerland, United Kingdom, European Union, Horizon Europe countries
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed
Sectors
Biotech, Food and agriculture
Application languages
English

Verified on September 28, 2026 against the official page.

Facts are summarised from the official page and can change without notice. Always confirm the rules and deadline there before you apply.