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| 04/16/2026 |
Remembering Gary Kelley: The Artist Behind Iconic Hall of Laureates Artwork
The World Food Prize Foundation extends its deepest sympathies to the family of artist Gary Kelley, who passed away on April 12, 2026.
The Foundation was honored to commission three works...
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| 04/14/2026 |
World Food Prize Foundation Selects 22 Youth Program Alumni for Inaugural Ambassador Program
The World Food Prize Foundation today announced the creation of an Alumni Ambassador Program, deepening the Foundation’s investment in the next generation by activating alumni as leaders and advocates within...
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| 04/08/2026 |
Record-Breaking 15th Iowa Youth Institute Welcomes More Than 365 Students to Tackle Global Food Security
Today, the World Food Prize Foundation hosted a record-breaking number of students to Iowa State University for the Iowa Youth Institute, marking the program’s 15th year.
In partnership with the...
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| 04/06/2026 |
World Food Prize Foundation Names Agricultural Technology Leader Grace Campidilli to Council of Advisors
The World Food Prize Foundation announced today the appointment of Grace Campidilli, an agriculture and technology professional, to its Council of Advisors, filling one of two seats reserved for early-career...
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| 03/25/2026 |
Architect of Global Food Safety Standards Named 2026 World Food Prize Laureate
A scientist who led a global food safety movement that prevented millions of cases of foodborne illness, dismantled barriers to trade and humanitarian aid, and reduced food loss and waste...
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| 03/19/2026 |
World Food Prize Foundation Names Agricultural Innovator Mark Gee to Council of Advisors
The World Food Prize Foundation announced today the appointment of Mark Gee, genomic prediction and phenotyping engineer at Beck’s Hybrids, to the Foundation’s Council of Advisors, filling one of two...
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| 03/12/2026 |
World Food Prize Foundation to Announce 2026 Laureate at Ceremony in New York
WHAT: The 2026 World Food Prize Laureate(s), recipient(s) of the prestigious $500,000 award, will be announced during a livestreamed event featuring a panel discussion entitled: “The World Food Prize at...
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| 03/11/2026 |
Discover Iowa History and Join the World Food Prize Foundation at Family Day at the Hall of Laureates
WHAT: The World Food Prize Foundation invites the community for a day of interactive activities, guided tours and hands-on learning in the breathtaking Hall of Laureates. Whether you're exploring history,...
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| 03/10/2026 |
High Stakes for a Higher Purpose: Community Invited to Casino-Themed Gala at the Hall of Laureates
An evening of high-stakes excitement will serve a higher purpose this spring as the World Food Prize Foundation celebrates the 15th anniversary of the Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates...
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| 03/09/2026 |
World Food Prize Foundation Empowers Three Emerging Student Leaders Through Spring Internship Program
The World Food Prize Foundation has welcomed three new interns for the spring semester. Each academic term, the Foundation selects a cohort of high-achieving students for its Internship Program, designed...
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