EIT Food partners with Juan Ramón Guillén Foundation Awards to seek innovative SMEs in olive sector

The Juan Ramón Guillén Foundation, in partnership with Caja Rural de Jaén, EIT Food, and Coosur, has revealed the third edition of the Juan Ramón Guillén Foundation Awards.

These awards recognisze endeavours that make a positive impact on the olive sector and its growth. The award is worth 12,000 euros, divided into three national categories and a European one, supported by EIT Food.

The competition has become the leading event in the olive sector and submissions will be accepted until September 3rd. The European category, titled New Business Ideas Transforming the Olive Value Chain Award, focuses on startups and SMEs operating within the olive sector's value chain in Southern Europe or Israel. The prize, sponsored by EIT Food, is valued at 4,000 euros, consisting of a 2,000 euro cash prize and a 2,000 euro mentorship programme.

Don’t miss this opportunity, apply here before 3rd of September