With the technical support of FAO, the Federal Government of Switzerland established the International Innovation Award for Sustainable Food and Agriculture in 2019 and is pleased to announce the second edition. The call for application is open until 19 March 2021 to individuals, private companies, or institutions and comprises two categories:

• Category A awards excellence in digitization and innovation for sustainable food systems;

• Category B recognizes a design that empowers youth in sustainable food systems.

In the spirit of the forthcoming Food Systems' Summit in 2021 and aligned to the aspirations and goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the candidates should demonstrate the vital role of their innovation in transforming food systems through sustainable food and agriculture and their improvement of food security and nutrition for all, particularly in the face of increased environmental challenges.