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$1 Million Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge Now Open for Submissions

Wednesday 15 October, 2025

Bonn, Germany – October 15, 2025 – Global innovators are invited to apply for the Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge (GFSC), hosted by Welthungerhilfe (WHH) and funded by the Seeding The Future Foundation (STF). The Challenge seeks high potential, scalable ideas that can transform food systems globally to be more nutritious, sustainable, and equitable, particularly in the Global South.


Scientists, entrepreneurs, civil society groups, research institutions, start-ups, and social enterprises can submit innovations ranging from prototypes to proven concepts. A total of up to $1 million USD will be awarded:



Becoming part of a Global Innovation Network


Semi-finalists and above will be eligible to join the STF Global Food System Innovation Database and Network, an interactive platform featuring over 650 high-impact innovations. This database, powered by WHH, serves as a trusted resource for policymakers, investors and practitioners working toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals.


As part of the FAO Science and Innovation Week and World Food Forum in Rome, STF and WHH will announce the opening of the Challenge.


Submission Details


Applications are open October 15 – December 15, 2025,


at www.welthungerhilfe.org/global-food-system-challenge.


About Seeding The Future Foundation


STF is a private nonprofit dedicated to ensuring equitable access to safe, nutritious, affordable, and trusted food. It supports innovations that transform food systems and benefit both people and planet. More at www.seedingthefuture.org.


About Welthungerhilfe


WHH is one of Germany’s largest private aid organizations, striving for a world without hunger since 1962. More at www.welthungerhilfe.org.


Media Contacts IFT 


Dennis Van Milligen 


Director, External Relations 


Institute of Food Technologists 


Tel: 630-853-3022 


Email: dvanmilligen@ift.org

Media Contact WHH


Simone Pott


Head of Communications


Landline +49 (0)228–2288–132


Mobile +49 (0)172–2525962


simone.pott@welthungerhilfe.de



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