Sustainable Agriculture

We are supporting European farmers in meeting sustainability requirements by co-creating climate-neutral, fair, resilient and economically viable agricultural practices.

Accelerating the transition to sustainable farming

Agriculture is at the heart of our food system; as our population grows, so too does our dependence on it to feed and nourish us. However, agriculture, forestry and other types of land use are currently responsible for almost a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions. This is primarily from deforestation and emissions from livestock, soil and nutrient management and, therefore, the transition to sustainable agriculture is crucial. To achieve this, EIT Food works with startups and partners working to make farming more sustainable and equitable.

Inspire Programme

2021 > 2024

project

Boost your skills, drive change and do business in the agrifood sector!

Call for grants: €2,300 for SMEs and startups in the agrifood sector interested in improving their business

Deadline: April 30, 2025

Open call

Through our AMPLE programme, we are distributing 30 Boost Vouchers (small grants of €2.300) to help small agrifood businesses to encourage innovation, improve their production processes and create healthier and more sustainable products.

Empowering Education for a Sustainable Future: FoodEducators Website Launch

September 28, 2023

blog

At EIT Food, we firmly believe that education plays a pivotal role in shaping a sustainable and thriving future. With this mission in mind, we are thrilled to introduce the launch of the new FoodEducators website, a platform that brings…

The 1st edition of CERES Awards by EIT Food South is here!

2023

project

We are glad to present you the first edition of CERES Awards by EIT Food South, which will be celebrated in the frame of the V FUN&FAN event on October 9th, in Bilbao (Spain). Apply until August 25th!

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Transitioning to a sustainable food system is more important than ever before. What role does agriculture play and how can the agrifood industry accelerate a just transition?

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Discover a Day in the Life of a Farmer

July 25, 2023

regional blog

In this blog, we visit a livestock and arable farm in Shropshire, UK, to learn about a career in farming.

The importance of sustainable aquaculture innovation for building a future-fit food system

July 21, 2023 - New Food

in the media

As the demand for seafood foods rises, the need for sustainable practices becomes ever-more pressing. In the first of a new series, EIT Food’s CEO Dr Andy Zynga, emphases the urgent call for sustainable aquaculture – and what exactly that…

Plant-based seafood and plastic-eating insects among EIT Food’s Marketed Innovation Prize winners

July 21, 2023 - Marketed Innovation Prize winners

in the media

EIT Food, the world’s largest food innovation community, recently announced the results of its Marketed Innovation Prize, designed to reward innovative food organisations that have successfully brought products or services to market.

How finance can unlock benefits of regenerative agriculture

June 22, 2023 - Global Cause

in the media

While our current food system contributes to one-third of GHG emissions, evidence shows that it has huge potential to be part of the climate solution. Sustainable and regenerative farming has a key role to play, encompassing a broad range…

EIT Food Open Innovation Call 2023

Have you got an idea for an innovative project that will create positive change in the food system? We want to hear from you!

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Four forces shaping the future of the food sector: Part one

June 22, 2023 - Speciality Food

in the media

Trends come and go. For each craze that becomes ingrained in the way British consumers eat, there are dozens more that have been lost to time. While short-lived fads can certainly provide value for retailers, when it’s time to get the…

Experts: Lithuania must be open to partnerships abroad in order to become a leader in agri-food technologies in Europe

June 20, 2023 - BNS

in the media

Although Lithuania has a lot of potential in the field of agri-food technology, for example, today drones look after blueberries, and special functional food has already been created for the elderly, experts say that for a greater spurt…

EIT Food presents the ten European agri-food startups selected for EIT FAN

June 19, 2023 - El Referente

in the media

Bilbao will host ten leading startups to accelerate their growth over the next four months. All of them are focused on the ambitious goal of reducing emissions from the agri-food sector.

Fresh calls for food to be central to climate dialogue

June 15, 2023 - Food Navigator

in the media

Most countries are yet to realise the full potential of including food systems in their climate action plans, according to a new report calling for food and agriculture to be at the heart of discussions.

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