Competition

WFF Startup Innovation Awards

Closed

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

The WFF Startup Innovation Awards is a global competition for youth-led agrifood startups, powered by MassChallenge Switzerland. Winners receive equity-free cash prizes up to $17,500, accelerator access in Switzerland, and visibility at the WFF flagship event in Rome.

Key facts

Organiser
World Food Forum (WFF)
Deadline
April 1, 2026
Amount
$17,500 · Prize
Equity
Not stated
Entry fee
Free to apply
Open to
Anywhere
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Sectors
AI and machine learning, Climate and energy, Food and agriculture
Format
Hybrid
Location
Rome, Italy
Application languages
English, Spanish, French

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.