Entrepreneurship
Startups play a fundamental role in building a future-fit food system that produces healthy and sustainable food for all.
EIT Food Entrepreneurship empowers researchers, innovators and founders to transform AgriFoodTech innovation into investment-ready, market-validated ventures. Our pathway equips teams with the tools, expertise and connections needed to accelerate innovation across the food system.
Through a structured journey of venture creation, technology validation and acceleration, participants gain tailored support, expert guidance and access to Europe’s largest AgriFood innovation ecosystem, including investors, industry leaders and research partners.
Whether at concept stage or preparing to scale, our pathway helps build high-quality ventures equipped for responsible growth and measurable system impact.
Our entrepreneurship pathway
For researchers, technology owners and aspiring founders ready to turn innovation into an investable venture
Are you looking to explore and test the right product-market fit for your AgriFood Tech business innovation?
Do you want to transform your AgriFood research or technology into a real business opportunity?
Partner with Europe’s venture-building network to connect with co-founders, investors and experts
Validate your technology and market opportunity through tailored venture support and coaching
Receive smart funding to de-risk your first steps toward venture creation
For impactful agrifood startups looking for tech validation and commercial acceleration
Are you looking to boost your go-to-market readiness and validate your tech to tackle the biggest challenges within our food system?
Accelerate your tech development and get up to €50,000 in funding
Prepare for commercialisation via exclusive access to corporates, top-notch master classes and coaching
Extend your EU agrifood network, partner with key players and get exposure during exclusive events
Discover our partner and network opportunities
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