Innovating for Earth by learning from research on space farming
In 2025, Wageningen University & Research invited students from around the world to submit ground-breaking business ideas to improve the sustainability and resource efficiency of current food production. A total of 46 teams from across the globe joined the Challenge. After two selection rounds, 11 finalists remained to pitch their ideas during the Grand Finals on 27 May 2025 in Wageningen.
Team The Hab was announced the winner of the Challenge by unanimous vote of the jury. Team Synergrown came second, and Team MAI Farm placed third. The Audience Award went to Team AstroAlgae.
Would you like to discover the ideas of the ten finalists and learn more about the Challenge? Check out the ReThink Food Challenge Magazine.
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At Wageningen University & Research top scientists and students from all over the world join forces to work on projects that make a difference to the quality of life. In our commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we actively pursue solutions to realise sustainable food systems. The ReThink Food Challenge is a unique initiative of Wageningen University & Research, giving students from all over the world an opportunity to work on this important topic.
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