{"id":16165,"date":"2026-04-15T09:45:40","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T10:45:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wecare.center\/?p=16165"},"modified":"2026-04-15T09:45:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T10:45:40","slug":"desafio-thrive-2026-impacto-agroalimentar-essencial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wecare.center\/en\/bolsas-e-fundos\/desafio-thrive-2026-impacto-agroalimentar-essencial\/","title":{"rendered":"THRIVE 2026 Challenge: Essential Agri-food Impact"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>General Rules of the THRIVE Global Agri-food Impact Challenge 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>O <strong>THRIVE Global Agri-food Impact Challenge 2026<\/strong> This initiative invites entrepreneurs and innovators from Cape Verde to present their transformative solutions to the complex challenges of the global agri-food sector. This truly global challenge seeks to identify and support projects that not only promote sustainability but also ensure food security and drive economic growth. We are looking for disruptive ideas that address issues such as climate change adaptation, agricultural production optimization, food waste reduction, value chain improvement, and the promotion of resilient agricultural practices.<\/p>\n<p>In Cape Verde, agri-food plays a crucial role in the economy and livelihoods of many communities. Water scarcity, fragile soils, and dependence on food imports are persistent challenges that demand innovative solutions adapted to the island&#039;s reality. The THRIVE Global Agri-food Impact Challenge 2026 emerges as a unique opportunity for Cape Verdean entrepreneurs to demonstrate their ability to respond to these issues, presenting projects that can not only benefit the archipelago but also serve as a model for other island nations or those facing similar challenges.<\/p>\n<p>The THRIVE program offers more than just a financial prize; it provides a supportive ecosystem that includes specialized mentoring, access to investor networks and strategic partners, and opportunities for continuous training. The goal is to empower selected projects to scale their operations, maximize their social and environmental impact, and become leaders in the agri-food sector. For Cape Verde, active participation in this challenge represents an opportunity to attract investment, strengthen its technological and knowledge base in the agricultural sector, and position its entrepreneurs and their solutions on the international stage.<\/p>\n<p>Applicants are encouraged to submit detailed proposals demonstrating the technical and economic viability of their innovations, the projected social and environmental impact, and a robust growth plan. Project evaluation will consider the originality of the solution, scalability potential, team experience, and alignment with sustainable development goals. The THRIVE Global Agri-food Impact Challenge 2026 is a call to action to shape, together, a more sustainable and prosperous future for global food and for our nation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Application deadline:<\/strong> May 15, 2026<\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to application:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thriveagrifood.com\/thrive-global-impact-challenge-2026\/\">https:\/\/thriveagrifood.com\/thrive-global-impact-challenge-2026\/<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you ready to make a difference in the global agri-food challenge and present your innovative solution in Cape Verde? 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