The Innovate for Impact Challenge is a global initiative hosted by the World Food Prize Foundation in collaboration with America's Cultivation Corridor. The program is designed to accelerate early-stage, technology-driven AgTech startups that address critical challenges related to global food security and sustainability.
Unveiled at the 2024 Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue, the Challenge invites entrepreneurs from around the world to showcase breakthrough agricultural technologies with the potential to transform food systems.
Key Highlights
- Global call for early-stage AgTech startups
- Strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and scalability
- Live pitch competition at the 2026 Borlaug Dialogue in Des Moines, Iowa
- Top prize of $50,000 USD for the winning startup
- Significant global exposure to investors, policymakers, and agricultural leaders
