The Ceres Awards aim to recognise the work of alumni and farmers that have participated at EIT Food Programmes of the South region for their great contribution to the agrifood industry.
2023
2025
About CERES Awards
Ceres was the goddess of agriculture in Roman mythology, known for teaching and revolutionizing the agrifood system day-to-day.
That might sound familiar; indeed, after several exciting years that EIT Food is transforming the agrifood industry, we believe it is time to reward our community and the success of all the startups that have been supported by EIT Food South and all farmers that have positively impacted the environment since their participation in an EIT Food South programme.
Applications are open now until May 5th!
By participating, you agree with the terms and conditions. Please click in the below link to have access to all the information about the terms and conditions of the awards:
For any additional information, please contact us at: southcommunications@eitfood.eu
To acknowledge the progress startups have had since their participation in an EIT Food South project or programme. In this category we will grant two different awards:
2.1. Employment Creator Award: startups that have significantly broadened their workforce.
A specific award to female entrepreneurs who took part in an EIT Food South project or programme and have. This Award is supported by the Supernovas and the Empowering Women in Agrifood. In this category we will grant two different awards:
4.1. Marketed Innovation Award: innovative products/services created or improved by women entrepreneurs.
Growth Awards for Regenerative Farmers: 3 prizes up to €10.000
The category "Growth Awards for Regenerative Farmers", honours the most successful projects to reduce carbon footprint and implement innovative technologies to improve farm management. Find here the Terms & Conditions (ENG).
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