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EIT Food South

In the heart of Southern Europe's agrifood sector, we're cultivating a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation. Through strategic partnerships and pioneering research, we're empowering visionary minds to revolutionize traditional practices and propel the industry forward.

Shaping a future where bold ideas and sustainable solutions converge, creating a thriving ecosystem that nourishes both people and the planet!

Meet EIT Food South

Established in Spain in 2017, EIT Food South plays a pivotal role in fostering collaboration among esteemed entities including businesses, universities, research centers, institutes, and startups. Spanning across Spain, Malta, Cyprus, Italy, Israel, Greece, Portugal and Türkiye our collective mission is to bridge gaps and cultivate synergies within the agrifood sector.

Embracing a consumer-centric ethos, our primary objective is to champion a healthier lifestyle for citizens. We achieve this by fostering high-value-added cooperation and integration across the food innovation landscape. Through a multifaceted approach that prioritizes innovation, talent development, and active consumer engagement, we endeavor to catalyze positive change within the industry. Our initiatives are designed not only to spur innovation but also to empower individuals to make informed choices about their food consumption habits, ultimately leading to improved health outcomes for all.

Activity Report 2023: Making an Impact Across the Food System

2023 was a remarkable year for EIT Food South, as we celebrated our 5th anniversary and organised groundbreaking activities for the agrifood sector.

Our 2023 Activity Report showcases our dedicated team, 3 missions, and the significant impact we have made. Discover our most successful initiatives of the year and gain insights into our achievements. Download your free copy now ⬇️

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Constituent countries

Cyprus

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Greece

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Israel

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Italy

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Malta

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Portugal

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Spain

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Turkey

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On the blog

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In this blog, we explore a day in the life of a product line worker who is a lecturer in the Nişantaşı University Gastronomy and Culinary Department.
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For International Women's Day, we honor the extraordinary contributions of women in the agrifood sector, embodying resilience, innovation, and leadership.

Discover the EIT Food partners in this region

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Innovation projects

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Develop in-depth knowledge about food systems through studying consecutively at three distinct European academic institutions and use your knowledge to drive the future transformation of the food system.
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Think Tank convenes selected stakeholders and partners, fostering broad and inclusive participation to overcome barriers to innovation in the field of protein diversification.

Meet the EIT Food South team

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    Begoña Pérez-Villarreal

    Regional Director – EIT Food South
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    Paula Hafner

    Regional Key Account Manager
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    Daniel de la Nogal

    Regional Key Account Manager
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    Carmen Galindo

    Regional Key Account Manager
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    Teresa Aguirre

    Ecosystem Manager
    Zelai Ambrosio

    Zelai Ambrosio

    Ecosystem Manager
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    Laura Ezcurra

    Finance Manager South
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    Aida Cortes

    Regional Finance & Administration Manager
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    Elvira Domingo

    Regional Impact Portfolio Manager
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    Amparo de San José

    Regional Business Creation Portfolio Manager
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    Ada Aparicio

    Senior Regional Communication & Events Manager
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    Nestor Etxaleku

    Regional Project Manager
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    Lara Rodríguez

    Senior Regional Programme Manager
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    Melissa Comellas

    Regional Programme Manager – Agriculture
    Juan Zaffora02

    Juan Ignacio Zaffora

    Regional Programme Manager – Startups
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    Juliet Bray

    Regional Programme Manager – Accelerator
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    Belen Moscoso

    Corporate Venturing Manager
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    Asier Sannio

    Regional Communications Manager
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    Izaskun Valle

    Senior Regional Project Officer – Startups
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    Carolina Silva Marqués

    Regional Project Manager
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    Oksana Hrynevych

    Agriculture Project Manager
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    Alba Molina

    Regional Communications Officer
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    Celia Alija

    Project Manager Entrepreneurship
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    Leticia Lopez

    Community Outreach Manager
    Alvaro Lage

    Alvaro Lage

    Regional Administrator
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    Raquel Fernández

    Regional Administrator
    Irene Mendoza02

    Irene Mendoza

    Regional Communication Officer
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    Amélia Arnoult

    Ecosystem Manager South
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    Laura Blanco

    Office Assistant-Intern
    Miriam SASTRE

    Miriam Sastre

    Director of Communication and Events
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    Narjis Chakir

    RisingFoodStars Programme Lead
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    Lorena Savani

    Mission Lead (Healthier lives through food)
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    Joanne Mazoyer

    Digital Communications & Campaigns Manager
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    Alessia Calderalo

    Digital Communications Officer
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    Claudia Ciovica

    Digital Communications Officer

Open calls

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Impact Funding Framework

Deadline: September 01, 2025
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If you’ve got an idea that will change food systems for the better, we want to fund it.