Global Call for Startups

Accelerate the Future of Sustainable Food

Win a pitch spot at Impact/Week at Norrsken House Barcelona 14-15 October 2026, Europe's largest gathering of the world's top builders, investors, thought-leaders and policymakers. Winning teams are also offered tailored network introductions from Katapult and Norrsken and individual coaching by Accenture.


We’ve heard from so many amazing foodtech startups that we wanted to give everyone an extra week. The new deadline is June 22nd. Use this time to refine your pitch, gather your team, and submit your best work.

7 extra days. More Startups can apply. Same great prizes.

More Time to Apply

Apply by june 22


We invite early‑stage ventures worldwide with a scalable technolgy working on:

  • Regenerative agriculture inputs

  • Agtech solutions

  • Supply chain infrastructure and intelligence 

  • Sustainable ingredients and healthy food innovation

  • Distribution and access solutions

Our mission is to accelerate the next generation of solutions aligned with The 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission Report for healthy, sustainable, and just food systems.

Winners receive

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  • A pitch spot at Norrsken Impact Week in Barcelona October 14-15

  • Tailored introductions to investors and ecosystem networks from Katapult and Norrsken

  • Strategic coaching from experts in venture building from Accenture

  • Pitch-training and candied feedback with our stellar team prior to your arrival in Barcelona

  • Travel and accommodation in Barcelona covered

WHO CAN APPLY

“Taking part in the Global Call for Startups was one of the most refreshing, enlightening and rewarding experiences I had in 2025. I could never have imagined the value it would bring, before, during or after the pitch weekend. If I could, I would take part in the call again because the support is unparalleled and the ancillary perks were incredible, especially the coaching with Accenture. Thank you for letting us be a part of this process and for everything it has brought us.”
‍ ‍- Conrad Kissling, CEO Remy AI, winner 2025

  • May  1 – June 22, 2026: Applications open

  • June – August: Evaluation & Selection

  • 14-15 October: Pitch spot at Norrsken Impact Week in Barcelona

  • September - February: Tailored support program with partners

Top candidates will be interviewed in July and winners will be decided and informed in August. See FAQ page for more information.

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HOW does it work

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Meet The 2025 Winners

Five Startups, One Shared Mission: A Better Food Future

From more than 300 applicants worldwide, five start-ups were selected by a jury of leading investors, scientists, and industry executives.

These teams are redefining what’s possible — reducing chemical use, cutting food waste, improving ingredients, expanding access, and empowering healthier choices.

Their work represents the creativity, urgency, and ambition needed to reshape the global food landscape.

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