Deadline Date: February 15, 2026
The FAO Award for Achievement offers a global platform to recognize outstanding contributions that advance sustainable agrifood systems and support the mission of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
This opportunity is open to a wide range of applicants, including individuals, institutions, governments, academic bodies, foundations, and private sector actors whose work has delivered measurable, lasting impact in areas such as agriculture, fisheries, forestry, food security, climate action, and natural resource management.
The award highlights achievements that demonstrate innovation, effectiveness, and the ability to create positive change beyond a single project or community. Applicants are encouraged to showcase initiatives that address key challenges in agrifood systems and contribute meaningfully to sustainable development goals through practical, scalable, and impactful solutions.
Recipients of the FAO Award for Achievement receive formal recognition of their work through a scroll describing the achievements of the recipient institution and/or an award, along with a cash prize of USD 10,000. This recognition not only honors excellence but also raises the international profile of successful initiatives, helping inspire broader action and collaboration in transforming food systems worldwide.
Through this award, FAO continues its commitment to celebrating leadership and innovation that drive progress toward better production, improved nutrition, a healthier environment, and a better life for all.
