The Fortune 500 of AgriFoodtech

Applications for the 2026 edition are now open!

The FoodTech 500 provides a unique exposure
opportunity for international AgriFoodTech companies.

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or nominate a company you think deserve to be on the FoodTech 500

What is the Foodtech 500

Inspired by the Fortune 500, Forward Fooding is proud to present the FoodTech 500, the world’s first definitive list of the global entrepreneurial talent at the intersection between food, technology and sustainability.

The FoodTech 500 showcases selected international AgriFoodTech startup and scaleup companies using a unique methodology to rank them based on their business size, digital footprint, and sustainability practices.

THE FOODTECH 500 IN NUMBERS

+11.700

Applications Received to Date

+2,500

AgriFoodTech Startup and Scaleup Companies Showcased to Date

+95

Countries Represented Among the Winners

+20

Publicly Traded Companies Among the Winners

+5

Official Sponsors

+50

Media Partners

+350M

Cumulated Monthly Readership

+180

Countries Reached Applications Wise

THE OFFICIAL FOODTECH 500 LIST

The FoodTech 500 showcases selected international AgriFoodTech startup
and scaleup companies that are acting as a force of good for creating a brighter future of food.

SPONSORS FROM PAST EDITIONS

Download the official 2025 FoodTech 500 report

Access the full list of 2023 FoodTech 500 companies and discover exclusive data behind the companies that made it

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Sponsorship Opportunities

The FoodTech 500 provides a unique opportunity for your organisation to play a true leadership role in the global FoodTech entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Why partnering with the FoodTech 500:

  • Build Your Positioning & Thought Leadership
  • Nurture Relationships with the most relevant companies for your organization
  • Drive Strategic Engagement
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FooDTeCH 500 Testimonials

“Sponsoring the FoodTech 500 really aligns with our commitment to innovation. It’s all about driving transformative change in FoodTech, health, and sustainability. We see it as a great platform for fostering collaboration and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the industry. It really aligns with our vision by shining a spotlight on companies that are driving sustainability, and innovation in the food industry. This partnership is a perfect fit for us, as it reflects our commitment to supporting visionary startups and helping build a brighter, more sustainable, nutritious and delicious future for food.”

Tim IngmireTim Ingmire, VP Global Innovation & Technology, Pladis
“First and foremost, FoodTech 500 adds immediate value by allowing us to share intelligence and data that will power our innovation through the next 12 months. This platform promotes a community of thinkers, dreamers and makers who can help NEOM realize our incredibly ambitious goals. We hope that the discussions with our fellow partners will flourish into practical programs much faster than we would imagine. Besides, who doesn’t like a handy list of who’s who in one of the fastest-growing fields in the tech world?”
Andrew YipDr. Andrew Yip, Senior Manager, NEOM

“The FoodTech 500 is spotlighting the top innovators in the industry. Since our humble beginnings, Dole has always prioritized nutrition, sustainability, and the intersection of the two. Over the years, we’ve seen the important role technology plays in our business. With this being the world’s first list of global talent at the intersection between food, technology, and sustainability, we thought it fitting to join forces and celebrate others in the ever-growing industry.’’

barbara Guerpillon De PenansterBarbara Guerpillon, Global Head of DOLE Ventures