World Food Prize 2018

Dr. Lawrence Haddad and Dr. David Nabarro will recieve the 2018 World Food Prize for their individual and complementary global leadersgip in elevating maternal and child undernutrition.

World Food Prize:

• The World Food Prize is considered one of the most prominent global awards for individuals whose breakthrough achievements alleviate hunger and promote global food security.
• It carries $250,000 cash prize. The Prize is presented each October on or around UN World Food Day (October 16).
• Norman E. Borlaug, winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1970 for his work in global agriculture, envisioned a prize that would honor those who have made significant and measurable contributions to improving the world’s food supply.