The aim of this £20k Food System Prize is to find innovators across the food system. We want to support people who are leading the transition towards thriving food systems, healthy soils, and healthy people.
The Food Systems Prize wants to support businesses, farmers and entrepreneurs – anyone who is trying to do things differently. Anyone with a good idea or business can apply.
This could be individuals or businesses specialising in anything from soil health to food networks to the health of communities. We aim to support those working in regional food systems across the UK and the Crown Dependencies.
Award Objectives
Support Innovation: Back bold business models integrating regenerative practices.
Promote Regeneration: Champion soil health, biodiversity, and local resilience.
Strengthen Community: Connect entrepreneurs, farmers, and change makers.
Improve Health: Address issues linked to disease and the food system – linking business with their communities and making health a material outcome of the food system.
Award Details
Total Funding: £20,000
- £15,000 in direct cash funding for overall winner
- £5,000 for Channel Island Winner
- £5,000 in-kind support (mentorship, workshops, networking)
Includes: Exploration of route to market with a cooperative support network