7 Jul –
 11 Jul

Wageningen (WUR) in the Netherlands

Join AgriFood Hack in Wageningen this summer

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A poster for "AgriFood Systems Hack," an international student competition where participants tackle agri-food system challenges and can win 500 EUR. The background features a water droplet reflecting the Earth on a green surface. Key dates are listed, including an info meeting on April 15, registration deadline on May 12, and finals on July 11. A QR code directs to more information and registration at www.wur.eu/systemshack. The event is supported by several European universities and organisations.

The AgriFood Systems Hack is a student competition blended with a summer school to tackle a real-life challenge in the agri-food sector. During this hackathon, you will use a system analysis approach to dive deep into the problem, analyse it and propose innovative solutions for a chance to win a 500 EUR prize.

Join the AgriFood Systems Hack!

Make the world a better place by developing innovative solutions to tackle the real-life challenges in the agri-food sector!

As a participant of the AgriFood Systems Hack, you will use a system analysis approach to dive deep into the problem, analyse it, and propose solutions to a real case owner.  You will work with an interdisciplinary group of students from universities across Europe and receive support from the experts and local stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to experience the excitement of a student competition combined with the enriching experience of a summer school with a prize of 500 EUR for the winning team. 

For whom?

Students who are enrolled in Bachelor's or Master's porgrammes at universities across Europe.

What is in it for you? 

  • Learn how to use a system analysis approach
  • Deepen your understanding of the agri-food sector and its challenges
  • Expand your network and collaborate in an interdisciplinary team with students from universities across Europe
  • Earn 3 ECTS credits upon successfully completing the Hackathon
  • Win 500 EUR for your solution!

This program is funded by the Erasmus+ program, which you are eligible for reimbursement of the participation fee and travel costs. 

Contact the International Office of your university for details on the procedure.

Interested, but not sure yet if you want to join?

  • 15 April - Attend the online info session. Click here to register!
  • 12 May - Registration deadline for of the AgriFood System Hack. 
  • 6 June - Online Kick-Off Event
  • 7 June to 6 July - Work on your assingment
  • 7-11 July - Group Work in Wageningen
  • 11 July - Finals AgriFood System Hack (presentations)

Curious to learn more? Check the short introduction of the Hackathon or contact us at studentchallenges@wur.nl

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Facts

Time: 2025-07-07 - 2025-07-11
City: Wageningen (WUR) in the Netherlands

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