EIT Food Accelerator Network
AcceleratorPre-Seed–Seed
Investment thesis
EIT Food runs an entrepreneurship pathway for the AgriFood sector, helping researchers, technology owners and startups transform food-system innovations into investable businesses. It offers venture-building support to match founders with co-founders, investors and experts, plus smart funding to de-risk early steps. For established agrifood startups it provides commercial acceleration, technology validation, open innovation challenges with corporate partners, masterclasses and one-to-one coaching, along with grants of up to EUR 50,000. Participants gain access to Europe's largest AgriFood innovation ecosystem, connecting with industry leaders, research partners and events across the EU.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
What they invest in
from 2 of 4 portfolio companiesFoodTech ×2AgTech ×1Biotech ×1Circular Economy ×1Impact & Social Good ×1
HQs:European Union×1
Portfolio companies · 4 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really likeEIT Food is an EU-supported innovation organization that invests in projects, organizations, and individuals working to transform Europe's food system through collaboration between industry, education, and research partners.
AgTechFoodTechImpact & Social Good
Optimizes fertilizer use tailored to individual farm conditions, helping farmers meet regulatory requirements and improve profitability without major operational changes.
Seaqure Labs develops mycelium-based protein for animal feed, designed as a sustainable alternative to soy and conventional proteins.
BiotechCircular EconomyFoodTech
Produces natural sweet proteins via precision fermentation as a healthier, sustainable alternative to sugar and sweeteners in food and beverage.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does EIT Food Accelerator Network invest at?
- EIT Food Accelerator Network invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What is EIT Food Accelerator Network's typical check size?
- EIT Food Accelerator Network typically writes checks of $54K.
- What sectors does EIT Food Accelerator Network focus on?
- EIT Food Accelerator Network focuses on AgTech, Biotech, FoodTech.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
from their channelEIT Food Welcome Webinar 05052026
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Navarra 360 | How EIT Food is pushing Regenerative Agriculture in Spain
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The Regeneration Rebellion
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AI Eyes on Old Tractors: Can PerPlant Give Farmers Their 25 Good Seasons?
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EIT Food Journalism Awards 2025 | Portugal | Winner Interviews
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Smart Traps, Billion Dollar Bugs, and the Farmer Fighting Back
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