EIT Food Agrifood Entrepreneurs Days

The EIT Food Agrifood Entrepreneurs Days promote innovation in Europe’s outermost regions through hands-on workshops, offering insights into agrifood opportunities, funding, branding, and pitching skills, while fostering collaboration to address agrifood challenges and drive sustainable growth.

2023

2024

Agrifood Innovation and Entrepreneurship in European Outermost Regions

The EIT Food Agrifood Entrepreneurs Days are immersive and practical events designed to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in European outermost regions, including Guadeloupe, French Guiana, Réunion, Martinique, Malta, Mayotte, Saint-Martin (France), the Azores, Madeira (Portugal), and the Canary Islands (Spain).

EIT Food champions equal development opportunities for every European region, working to advance agrifood systems and support budding entrepreneurs in these areas.

These events aim to raise awareness about the pressing challenges within the agrifood sector, while providing participants with the tools and networks needed to succeed. By bringing together key stakeholders, EIT Food promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing to drive sustainable progress.

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Training Structure

Participants will engage in 4 dynamic, hands-on workshops led by seasoned experts. These sessions are designed to equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge and skills they need to strengthen their businesses, offering a comprehensive view of the agrifood ecosystem.

Introduction to EIT Food and Agrifood Sector Opportunities: Discover the range of opportunities within the agrifood sector and how EIT Food can support your entrepreneurial journey.
Government Funding for Agrifood Startups: Learn how to navigate the application process for government funding and explore the financial opportunities available to agrifood entrepreneurs.
Building Strong Brands and Effective Marketing Strategies: Develop successful branding and marketing approaches to elevate your business in a competitive market.
Mastering Pitching Skills: Refine your pitching techniques to confidently present your business ideas to potential investors and partners.