APPLICATION PROCESS FOR FOOD WORKS 2026 IS NOW OPEN
FoodWorks is looking for high potential, innovative, scalable, export driven food and drink start-ups to join their next accelerator programme.
FoodWorks is eligible to early start Irish food and drink businesses. It is a competitive application process with one intake each year.
The first step in the process is to submit an application form. The closing date for the 2026 programme is Friday, 28th November 2025
A shortlist of finalists will be invited to an interview with the FoodWorks panel on 13th & 14th January 2026.
The FoodWorks 2026 programme starts on Tuesday, 3rd February 2026.
NOTE: FoodWorks can only accept applications from companies who have registered with the CRO within the last four years.
APPLICATION FORM
Programme Features & Benefits
Food Works is an accelerator programme for globally scalable innovative Food and Drink start-ups. The aim of the programme is to get these companies investment ready. Food Works is at the cutting edge of entrepreneurship in Ireland and aims to drive growth, innovation and scale. We partner with ambitious, early-stage food and drink companies and work with them to achieve success in the domestic and international markets.
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The Benefits
The Food Works Programme is designed to challenge and develop all areas of your company’s business plan across an intensive ten month programme. Discover
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Case Studies
So far, Food Works has helped more than 100 Irish food entrepreneurs scale their businesses. The programme is eager to build on that success. Explore
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Testimonials
“The Food Works programme was undoubtedly transformative for both the business and I. It gave me the resources, expertise and freedom to think bigger...” Read more
Application Steps
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