Empowering to Create Impact

The Food System Change Maker Award for AgrifoodTech Startups acknowledges the exceptional achievements and contributions made by agrifood technology startups in transforming the food system through innovation, sustainability, and positive impact. This award recognizes startups that have demonstrated significant advancements in addressing key challenges and driving positive change within the agrifood sector.

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Category 1 : IN RECOGNITION OF VISIONARY LEADERSHIP AND EXTRAORDINARY ACHIEVEMENTS IN HARNESSING FRONTIER TECHNOLOGIES AND BREAKTHROUGH INNOVATIONS FOR ENHANCING FOOD SECURITY AND NUTRITION.

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Category 2 : IN RECOGNITION OF EXCEPTIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT, YOUTH EMPOWERMENT AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT, ADVANCING FOOD SECURITY AND NUTRITION THROUGH VISIONARY LEADERSHIP AND UNWAVERING COMMITMENT.

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IN RECOGNITION OF EXCEPTIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS IN DRIVING FOOD SYSTEMS CHANGE FOR ENHANCED FOOD SECURITY, SUSTAINABILITY, YOUTH EMPOWERMENT, AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT, CREATING A POSITIVE IMPACT FOR PRESENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS

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The following specific criteria and selection process are considered:

1. Innovation and Technological Advancement: Recognition of startups that have developed and implemented innovative technologies, solutions, or business models that positively impact the agrifood system. This can include advancements in precision agriculture, vertical farming, alternative proteins, food traceability, supply chain optimization, or sustainable packaging.

2. Sustainability and Environmental Impact: Consideration of startups that prioritize sustainable practices and demonstrate a commitment to reducing the environmental footprint of the food system. This can include initiatives focused on regenerative agriculture, resource efficiency, waste reduction, carbon footprint reduction, or biodiversity preservation.

3. Social Impact and Inclusion: Acknowledgment of startups that promote social equity and inclusivity within the agrifood sector. This can involve initiatives that improve food access, address food security challenges, support smallholder farmers, empower local communities, or promote fair trade and ethical sourcing.

4. Scalability and Market Potential: Assessment of the startup's potential for scalability and market impact. This can include evaluating their growth strategy, market penetration, potential for expansion into new markets, and ability to reach a broad customer base.

5. Collaboration and Partnerships: Recognition of startups that foster collaboration and partnerships within the agrifood ecosystem. This can involve engagement with farmers, food processors, retailers, investors, research institutions, or policymakers, with the aim of creating synergies and driving collective impact.

6. Resilience and Adaptability: Consideration of startups that demonstrate resilience and adaptability in the face of challenges and uncertainties. This includes the ability to pivot strategies, overcome obstacles, and respond effectively to evolving market dynamics and emerging trends.

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The Food System Change Maker Award for AgrifoodTech Startups serves as a prestigious recognition of the exceptional contributions made by startups in driving positive change and innovation within the food system. It highlights their achievements, encourages further innovation, and inspires others to join the mission of transforming our global food system.

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