The World Food Prize Foundation

Dr. Borlaug

Dr. Borlaug

In 1970 Norman E. Borlaug was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for a lifetime of work to feed a hungry world. 

Nominate

Nominate

Learn more about how to nominate for the 2025 World Food Prize and the 2024 Borlaug Field Award.

Visit: Public Tours

Visit: Public Tours

We are open for public tours Tuesdays at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m. & 1:30 p.m. & by appointment on Weds & Thurs.

Borlaug Dialogue

Borlaug Dialogue

The Borlaug Dialogue is an annual convening of global food & ag leaders in Des Moines, Iowa on Oct. 21-23, 2025.

Youth Programs

Youth Programs

The Foundation invests in, equips and mobilizes a global youth community that shapes sustainable food systems.

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