EIT Food Accelerator Network (FAN) 2026 Call for Startups

The EIT Food Accelerator Network (FAN) 2026 is a European acceleration programme aimed at high-impact agrifood and food-tech startups.

Deadline: 8 April 2026.

Objective: help startups validate technology, accelerate commercial readiness and connect with mentors, industrial partners and investors.

Opportunities include: specialist mentoring, masterclasses, access to potential industrial partners, support for go-to-market development and stronger investor visibility.

This call is especially relevant for startups working across food systems, innovation, sustainability and technology-enabled visitor experiences.