UN FAO Global AgriInno Challenge 2025 for Innovators and Agri-tech Entrepreneurs

Submit your agrifood systems innovation online. The winners will have an opportunity to pitch their innovations at the Science and Innovation Forum in Rome in October 2025.

Theme

Harnessing emerging technologies and Digital Public Infrastructure for sustainable agrifood systems: Advancing climate resilience, supply chain efficiency, and nutritional security.

• Table of Content
• About Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO)
• UN FAO Global AgriInno Challenge
• Aim and Benefits of UN FAO Global AgriInno Challenge
• Requirements for UN FAO Global AgriInno Challenge Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO)

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Their goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With over 194 member states, FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide. They believe that everyone can play a part in ending hunger. FAO’s mandate is to raise levels of nutrition, improve agricultural productivity, better the lives of rural populations and contribute to the growth of the world econ..... continue reading

UN FAO Global AgriInno Challenge

Aim and Benefits of UN FAO Global AgriInno Challenge

Mentorship

• 48-hour co-creation bootcamp with global mentors 
• Expert coaching from UN agencies, investors, and private sector leaders

Seed Funding

• Chance to showcase your solution on a global stage
• Up to 30k dollars Seed funding for winning teams

Recognition

• Chance to showcase your solution on a global stage
• All travel, visa, lodging, and meals covered for finalists attending in China

Networking

• Access to the Global AgriInno Challenge alumni network
• Build relationships with agencies, venture capitalists, industry leaders, and fellow innovators

Requirements for UN FAO Global AgriInno Challenge Qualification

Innovation

Solutions should demonstrate strong alignment with the challenge theme, offer original use of emerging technologies, and be accessible and inclusive to smallholder farmers and marginalized groups.

Market Potential & Economic Value

Projects will be assessed on their potential for market entry, scalability, profitability, and ability to generate economic opportunities such as employment or investment.

Social, Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Ideas must show how they will improve livelihoods, promote sustainability, reduce food loss or pollution, and contribute to climate resilience and social inclusion.

Project Team

Teams will be evaluated on their operational capacity, relevant experience, technical skills, and commitment to diversity and gender equity. 

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit UN FAO Program webpage