UNIDO Call for Proposals: Mobilizing Investments for Sustainable Food Security Initiatives

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Join UNIDO on day 2 of the World Without Hunger Conference (WWHC) for our investment forum, themed “Mobilizing investments for Sustainable Food Security Initiatives”. This event bridges the gap between project owners and potential investors in the field of sustainable agriculture, production, and agro-processing.

Mobilizing investments for Sustainable Food Security Initiatives Objective

The investment forum is a dynamic platform where governments, SMEs, and startups can pitch innovative projects related to food security and sustainable agricultural practices to selected potential investors. The goal is to generate investment leads and immediate post-forum follow-up.

The investment forum will feature four key sessions focusing on different aspects of agribusiness and sustainable development:

including agribusiness infrastructure parks,
digital technology for agribusiness productivity,
energy efficiency, and renewable energy,
and sustainable agricultural opportunities.

Call for Proposals

They are inviting proposals for innovative projects in:

sustainable agricultural practices,
agro-processing,
and food security.
Selected projects will have the opportunity to present their ideas to a diverse group of investors at the forum and gain visibility on the Invest in ACP platform for extended digital promotion.

Mobilizing investments for Sustainable Food Security Initiatives Benefits

Presenting at the investment forum offers:

increased visibility,
targeted networking opportunities,
instant feedback from industry experts,
potential funding for projects,
and the ability to contribute to global sustainable development goals.

Proposals not selected for presentation will still be showcased on the Invest in ACP platform for continued online promotion.

Eligibility Criteria for Mobilizing investments for Sustainable Food Security Initiatives

Applications are open to:

Large-scale greenfield projects: Initiatives focused on creating new agro-processing infrastructure, irrigation systems, and manufacturing facilities for agricultural inputs. Suitable for attracting development finance institutions, impact investors, and multinational corporations.
Middle-range projects: Medium-sized enterprises aiming to expand production, enhance product diversity, and improve quality systems. Ideal for entities seeking joint ventures or strategic alliances, and appealing to regional investors and diaspora groups.
Start-ups and Entrepreneurs: Innovative projects in technology and digital solutions enhancing agro-business value chains. Targets young and female entrepreneurs needing seed funding, incubation, or acceleration support, suitable for venture capital and angel investors.

Different types of projects will attract different types of investors, ranging from development finance institutions to venture capital and angel investors.