Submission Form
In the expansive landscape of agri-food innovation, it is important to recognize and celebrate the remarkable pioneers reshaping our global food systems for the better. The World Food Prize Foundation invites you to submit the name of a trailblazer whose work has substantively impacted the productivity, sustainability or inclusiveness of our food systems.
TAP is not just an acronym; it is an innovative call to action to celebrate the extraordinary pioneers whose stories deserve a spotlight on the Top Agri-food Pioneers (TAP) List. A total of 39 pioneers will be chosen in 2025 (to align with the World Food Prize Foundation’s 39th anniversary) from amongst the submissions received. ‘TAP’ your most deserving pioneer TODAY using the form below.
Submissions will be assessed based on the following criteria.
- Innovation: pursues and applies inventive, original or cutting edge methods, technology and/or solutions to agri-food issues
- Impact: demonstrable effect on improving agri-food systems or solutions to issues locally or globally
- Leadership: demonstrates leadership of others working in agri-food in collaborative settings
- Collaboration: seeks out cross-cultural, cross-disciplinary involvement, connecting with a diverse array of stakeholders in agri-food systems
- Persistence: exhibits a "never give up" attitude, even in the face of adversity, difficult circumstances, limited resources or criticism
Please make submission in English.
If you have any questions please reach out to TAP@worldfoodprize.org.
The submission form is open February 6 - March 25, 2025.