FAO Award for Agrifood Innovation 2027

The 2027 FAO Award for Innovation recognizes solutions that have already made a difference in agrifood systems. Relevant work might improve how small-scale producers reach consumers, reduce barriers to market access, or make a supply chain more resilient.

• Individuals, public institutions, researchers, civil society and private-sector entities can be nominated.
• Explain what has already been implemented and show results at more than one point in the supply chain.
• FAO considers affordability, scale, sustainability, and participation by young people, women or marginalized groups.

The award carries US$10,000 and formal recognition. FAO plans to present it in Rome in December 2027 and covers the selected recipient’s travel for the ceremony.

1. Prepare a nomination with evidence of results, beneficiaries and potential to expand.
2. Follow the FAO representative route for your country or region. Individual or institutional nominations require a qualifying FAO endorsement or support letter.
3. Submit the nomination by December 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CET.