EIT Food is the leading innovation network in Europe that drives the transformation of the food system. With a focus on sustainability, consumer orientation, and collaboration, EIT Food promotes innovative solutions and supports startups to make healthy eating accessible to all.
EIT Food is the largest and most dynamic innovation network in Europe, focusing on the transformation of the nutrition, food, and agriculture sectors. Supported by the European Union, EIT Food leads the world's largest and most dynamic community for food innovations.
The main mission of EIT Food is to change the way food is produced, distributed, and consumed, and to increase its value for European society. This is achieved by addressing the biggest innovation challenges through collaboration with trusted industry, education, and research partners, along with informed and engaged citizens[4].
EIT Food is committed to inclusive system innovations that enable all people and places to participate and benefit. The organization emphasizes the importance of transparency, sustainability, and the direct involvement of consumers in the innovation process[4].
EIT Food focuses on several key sustainability goals:
EIT Food is a pan-European consortium with over 50 partners from leading companies, research institutions, and universities from 13 countries. These partnerships enable the unlocking of innovation potential in companies and universities and the founding and scaling of startups in the agrifood sector[3][5].
Through strategic partnerships, such as with the Martin Braun Group, startups are specifically supported, and joint pilot projects are conducted to connect innovation, sustainability, and economic viability[5].
EIT Food is actively involved in various initiatives and events aimed at making the food system more sustainable and resilient. Examples include the annual "Next Bite" conferences, which serve as a platform to bring together experts, startups, and innovators to discuss and implement forward-looking ideas and solutions[4].
Additionally, EIT Food is engaged in international efforts, such as the "Action On Food" Hub at COP29, to promote sustainable food systems and strengthen climate resilience by 2030[4].
EIT Food remains a key player in the transformation of the European food system by prioritizing innovation, sustainability, and consumer orientation.
