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The "Champions League" of food innovation

ECOTROPHELIA Europe Competition

ECOTROPHELIA Europe is the leading competition for sustainable food innovation in Europe - often referred to as the "Champions League" of food innovation.

Every participating European country organises a national preliminary round to select the most innovative food project.

The winning teams subsequently compete against each other in the European final. The selection in each country is coordinated by the respective national food associations.

Who can participate?

Teams of between 2 to 10 students can take part:

  • Public or private European universities
  • Science institutions
  • Commercial educational facilities

Background of the competition

  • Foundation: In 2000 in France
  • European expansion: Since 2008

Organiser: EWIV ECOTROPHELIA EUROPE

(comprising of 7 national food associations, FOOD DRINK EUROPE and EIT FOOD)


All information about the final

The award ceremony will take place during Anuga 2025.

Place: CC North, Koelnmesse

Date: 7 & 8 October 2025

Special highlights:

- New: An ECOTROPHELIA display window at the Anuga taste Innovation Show

- For the first time: Award on the Trend Zone stage on Boulevard North

Organizer:

EEIG ECOTROPHELIA EUROPE

Chez ANIA, 9 bd Malesherbes

75008 Paris – France

More information about the ECOTROPHELIA Europe Competition can be found at:

ecotrophelia.org