As F&A Next draws to a close, two of this year’s Next Heroes in Food & AgTech 2026 will be granted the Feike Sijbesma Sustainable Innovation Award, each receiving a prize grant of €12,500.
The award will be personally announced by Feike Sijbesma, a visionary leader widely recognised for transforming Royal DSM into a sustainability-driven global company. As Co-Chair of the Global Center on Adaptation and a leading voice in international climate leadership, Feike has dedicated himself to advancing sustainable food production and innovation.
May 21 @ 15:35
15:35 — 15:50 (15′)
Stage 1 – Podium
Feike Sijbesma, Sjoukje Heimovaara | Wageningen University & Research