Description:
The World Food Prize was established in 1986 to be the foremost international award recognizing the achievements of individuals who have advanced human development by improving the quality, quantity, or availability of food in the world.
The Foundation has the following goals:
- Recognizing and inspiring exceptional breakthrough achievements that increase the supply and availability of food in the world through presentation of its $250,000 prize, referred to by several heads of state as the “Nobel Prize for Food and Agriculture”;
- Conducting educational and informational programs addressing the most important issues in global food security by holding the Borlaug Dialogue International Symposium and other programs;
- Holding events and carrying out programs that provide unique educational opportunities for high school students and teachers, and inspire the next generation of youth to pursue education and careers in agriculture and global development;
- Operating the Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates as a public museum, convocation center, and educational facility to inform the public about the great achievements of agricultural heroes like Henry A. Wallace.
- Coordinating the Iowa Hunger Summit and Iowa Hunger Directory to celebrate Iowa's agricultural and humanitarian heritage, facilitate networking, and inspire further action against hunger at home and abroad.
How to Help:
Iowans are encouraged to contact the World Food Prize staff for more information about its programs or to explore opportunities to partner or become involved.
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