Food tech innovators across the Americas have the opportunity to showcase their groundbreaking solutions, pushing the boundaries of sustainability, innovation, and technology.
The food industry is at a critical juncture, facing mounting pressure to address global issues like climate change, food security, and waste management. Competitions like the Global Food Tech Awards 2025 play a pivotal role in fostering innovation and collaboration to tackle these challenges head-on. By creating a global stage for ideas that make a difference, the initiative empowers entrepreneurs and companies to lead the charge toward a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient food system.
The awards provide a global platform to celebrate transformative ideas that address some of the industry’s most pressing challenges. Whether it’s rethinking waste, pioneering next-gen technologies, or creating novel food products, the GFTAs aim to spotlight those who are making meaningful change.
Your path to food tech stardom
#GFTA2025 is more than just an awards ceremony; it’s a launchpad for innovators and visionaries. Entrants stand to gain unmatched visibility, industry recognition, and access to an influential network of stakeholders, investors, and media partners.
Finalists of the Americas heats will have the exclusive opportunity to showcase their innovations at Future Food-Tech in San Francisco (13-14 March), a city synonymous with technological breakthroughs and entrepreneurial spirit. They will also be featured in FoodNavigator, one of the industry’s leading platforms, amplifying their reach and giving them an edge in an increasingly competitive space.
Competition details
The awards are seeking solutions that demonstrate a commitment to tackling the food industry’s greatest challenges, including sustainability; alternative proteins; food waste; supply chain innovation; food safety and traceability; emerging technologies; and novel ingredients.
Entrants must highlight their projects’ creativity, scalability, and potential for real-world impact. Whether it’s pioneering climate-friendly supply chains, developing alternative proteins, or leveraging AI to transform food production, the emphasis is on innovation that delivers both economic and environmental value.
If you’re an innovator in the Americas region, now is the time to act. Submissions for the Americas heats are now open, with the 28 February entry cut-off fast approaching. Don’t miss this opportunity to put your ideas in front of a panel of esteemed judges, each bringing a unique perspective to the evaluation process. These include a food tech researcher to assess the novelty and credibility of the innovation; a sustainability expert focused on benefits to people and the planet; a market specialist who will evaluate scalability and competitive advantage; a specialist familiar with what CPG and venture capital firms are seeking; and a FoodNavigator editorial member looking for the ‘X factor’ or star quality of the innovation’s backstory.
The novelty of each entry will be a focal point, assessing how groundbreaking and original it is within the food tech space and whether it addresses unmet needs. Market opportunity will also be critically evaluated, with judges seeking evidence of commercial interest, success, and real-world applications.
Key dates
The Americas Heats finalists will be announced at Future Food-Tech San Francisco on 13-14 March 2025. Following this, the EMEA Heat finalists will be revealed at Future Food-Tech London on 24-25 September, and the APAC Heat finalists at the Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit in Singapore on 4-6 November.
All runners-up and winners will qualify for the ultimate prize: the World’s Most Innovative Food Tech Innovation 2025 award, to be announced in December 2025 through an immersive digital article shared with FoodNavigator’s global audience.
Do you have what it takes to lead the food tech revolution? If your start-up has been founded within the past five years and employs no more than 20 people, this is your moment. Enter by submitting a compelling three-page pitch deck and a three-minute video showcasing your groundbreaking idea.
This is your chance to transform your vision into reality. Submit your application now and take the first step toward making an impact on the future of food.