Innovations in the food industry
The food supply chain has extensive influence on EU society. From sustainable agriculture to food processing standards, to distribution systems to public health etc. – food influences it all. Therefore, innovative and breakthrough projects in the food sector have great potential to influence the EU agenda in several ways e.g. green transition, health and growth.
How can we assist you in a successful proposal process
Projects within the food industry may overlap other categories such as biotechnology or green transition. Our team can help you navigate the complex funding landscape and find the perfect match for your project, whether you are focused on:
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Agri- or aquacultural technologies
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Automation and/or optimization in food processing
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Sustainable and circular processes in the food supply chain
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Digital solutions for health and social impacts of food security
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Innovative technologies for food safety.
Funding opportunities for the Food Industry
It gives grants and equity funding to innovative startups and SMEs with high impact/risk products or services. A unique combination of funding from €0.5 to 17.5 million to support innovative, products, services or business models that can create new markets or disrupt existing ones. New application process - 3 main stages.
Aimed for international projects that accelerate marketable innovative products. It is entry point enabling SMEs to merge and share expertise across borders. The consortium must have partners based in at least two different Eurostars countries. Funding average ranges of 50-75% of project costs.
Horizon Cluster 6
Under the areas of bio-based and circular innovation systems, the aim is driving Europe towards sustainability by leveraging bio-based resources and transitioning to a circular economy. Also supporting green deal objectives like fostering cross-sector collaborations.
Innobooster supports knowledge-driven innovation projects from Danish SMEs, startups, and scientists developing new products, services, or processes. The programme helps companies strengthen competitiveness through new knowledge, collaborations, and specialised expertise, with grants of up to DKK 5 million.
Supports ambitious, high-risk projects that create new knowledge, growth, jobs, and societal impact in Denmark. The projects bring together companies, universities, and research institutions across the full innovation chain from research to implementation. Grants typically range from DKK 5–30 million with project durations of 2–5 years.
Green Development and Demonstration Programme supports Danish food production projects in agriculture and fisheries to reduce the climate footprint and promote sustainability. Grants are given to development, demonstration and networking projects within the entire food cluster.