Empowering Future Food Innovators Through Innovation, Entrepreneurship & AI
The Future Entrepreneurs in Food Security Convention (FEAST 2.0) is Universiti Malaysia Terengganu’s flagship entrepreneurship programme that nurtures student innovators in developing sustainable, technology-driven solutions for food security.
Participants receive mentorship from industry experts, refine their startup ideas, validate business models, leverage Artificial Intelligence tools, and pitch their innovations to investors and professional judges.
Venue: Permai Hotel Kuala Terengganu
Date: 20-23 August 2026
WHY JOIN FEAST 2.0
Where Innovation Meets Food Security.
FEAST 2.0 is more than just a competition. It’s an innovation ecosystem where students, researchers, startups and industry leaders collaborate to solve real food security challenges through technology, sustainability and entrepreneurship.
FEAST 2.0 • FOOD SECURITY • AI • STARTUP
Ready To Shape The Future of Food Innovation?
Join Malaysia’s next generation of innovators, researchers and entrepreneurs to transform the future of food security through technology, sustainability and innovation.
FUTURE STARTS WITH YOU
BUILD TODAY,
SHAPE TOMORROW.
Join FEAST 2.0 and become part of a new generation of innovators creating sustainable food solutions for the future.
INNOVATION
Transform bold ideas into real-world solutions through design thinking, Artificial Intelligence, and entrepreneurial innovation.
IMPACT
Build products that tackle food security challenges and create meaningful impact for communities.
COMPETITIVENESS
FUTURE
Turn your startup vision into reality with industry exposure, funding opportunities, professional networking, and the confidence to lead tomorrow’s innovation ecosystem.
Win Cash Prizes & National Recognition
Compete with the brightest student startups and stand a chance to win exciting cash prizes, special awards, and recognition from industry leaders.
Gold Champion
Champion of FEAST 2.0
Silver Champion
1st Runner-Up
Bronze Champion
2nd Runner-Up
Consolation Awards
Three outstanding teams will each receive a cash prize of RM500.
Special Awards
Best Start-Up Award
RM1,000 + TrophyFood Security Innovation & Technology Award
RM1,000 + TrophyNext Big Start-Up Award
RM1,000 + TrophyBest Professional Pitch Award
RM1,000 + TrophySustainable Social Impact Award
RM1,000 + TrophyOutstanding Mentor Award
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FEAST 2.0 is proudly organised by Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) through the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Graduate Employability (UMT-GEM), with the support of the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia (MOHE).
UMT-GEM
Centre for Entrepreneurship and Graduate Employability, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT), responsible for cultivating entrepreneurial talent, innovation, and high-impact student start-ups.
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Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia
Supporting entrepreneurship development among Malaysian higher education institutions through strategic initiatives, funding, and national innovation programmes that empower future entrepreneurs.