Torsåker Farm’s Innovation Support for Sustainable Solutions

Torsåker Farm is Axfoundation's test farm and development center for the sustainable food systems of the future. Here, we also offer practical innovation support to entrepreneurs and researchers who want to further develop innovative, transformative solutions within sustainable food systems or related areas. A prerequisite for the support is that your innovation has the potential to positively contribute to a more sustainable society, locally and/or globally.

The Innovation Support provides access to Torsåker Farm’s test kitchens and is designed to help further develop your sustainable innovation. Photo: Linda Prieditis

Do you have an idea for a new food product with the potential to contribute to a more sustainable society? Then you can apply for Axfoundation’s Innovation Support.

Since 2022, we have offered hands-on support at Torsåker Farm to entrepreneurs, researchers, or individuals who want to further develop their solutions that can contribute to a more sustainable food system. With the support, you gain access to a test kitchen, a restaurant-grade kitchen, and basic lab environments – as well as guidance from Axfoundation’s Torsåker Team on site. The support is available for a limited number of days and is tailored to your project’s needs and wishes in dialogue with us.

Why We Do This – and What We Can Do for You

Torsåker Farm is the site where Axfoundation conducts testing and development within our two program areas: Future Food and Future Materials. Located 30 km north of Stockholm, it is a place where research and practice meet in a real-world environment.

The Innovation Support is part of our long-term efforts to back others who also aim to transform the food system in a more sustainable direction. We live in a time where the planet’s life-sustaining systems are under significant pressure – it is clear that we cannot solve today’s challenges with yesterday’s thinking. We need more people who dare to think differently, test boldly, and build better.

Axfoundation’s Innovation Support for sustainable solutions is all about that: by offering tangible resources – space, tools, experience – we want to lower the barriers for innovations that make a real difference.

Practical Support – What You Gain Access To

As a recipient of the support, you will have access for a defined period to the farm’s modern test kitchen, restaurant kitchen, and basic lab environments.

You will also have the opportunity to receive support from our experienced staff in gastronomy, product development, and sensory science – as sounding boards, test panels, or advisors. All to help you take your solution to the next level. You do not need to have a finished product to apply – the support is given to projects driven by curiosity, ambition, and potential to create impact. Whether you’re in an early idea phase or ready to test a kitchen-scale prototype, you’re welcome to apply.

The support is practical and non-financial. You retain full ownership of your innovation and all results developed during your time at Torsåker Farm. Axfoundation makes no claims to your idea or solution.

At Torsåker Farm, knowledge and experiences are shared through a wide range of actors from both industry and academia.

State-of-the-art test kitchens and modern restaurant equipment are available. Photo: Linda Prieditis

Application Deadline: October 1

Applications for periods during spring 2026 must be submitted by October 1st, 2025.

Got questions or want to discuss an idea before applying? Feel free to contact us at

Facts and Questions

What does the Innovation Support include? You gain access to Torsåker Farm’s modern test and restaurant kitchen, basic lab environments, and advice from our experienced staff in gastronomy, product development, and sensory science – all to support the development of innovations that contribute to a more sustainable food system. The support is practical and non-financial.
What’s the deadline to apply? The final date to apply for the spring 2026 Innovation Support is October 1, 2025. We review applications on a rolling basis.
Can I apply outside the listed project periods? Yes, you’re welcome to submit an open application if you have a preferred or different timeline in mind.
How can I be sure my idea is safe? You retain full ownership of your innovation and all results developed during your time at Torsåker Farm. Axfoundation makes no claims on your idea or solution. We treat applications and projects with full respect for any potentially sensitive information. If Axfoundation happens to be working on a similar product internally, we may choose to decline your application to avoid any conflicts or overlap.
Where is Torsåker Farm located? Torsåker Farm is located in Upplands Väsby, about 35 minutes north of Stockholm by car. The easiest way to get there is by car or by a combination of commuter train and bus.
What is the role and experience of the staff on site? The team at Torsåker Farm has broad knowledge and experience across multiple sectors. The staff includes chefs, researchers, and sensory experts with diverse expertise in sustainability, ingredients, preparation methods, sensory evaluation, and business development.
How long can I work on-site with my innovation? It depends on your project’s scope. Typically, it involves a certain number of full days over an agreed period, which we determine together.
Is accommodation available at Torsåker Farm? Yes, self-catered accommodation can be offered to applicants traveling from outside the commuting area.
Do you accept international applications? Yes! We welcome international applicants, provided that the innovation can be developed on-site here in Sweden.
Who pays for travel and accommodation? Travel and external accommodations are paid by the applicant.

Do you offer financial investment in my innovation? No. The Innovation Support is practical – not financial. We do not offer capital or investment, but instead provide tools and expertise to help you move forward with your solution.
What kind of equipment will I have access to? You will have access to the facilities available at Torsåker Farm, including large-scale kitchen equipment. If you have specific questions about machines or resources, please don’t hesitate to email us.
Can multiple people from the same company or research project apply together? Yes, teams are welcome. Please specify the number of people and their roles in the application, and we will tailor the support accordingly.
How does the application process work? You apply for the Innovation Support by filling out our digital form where you describe your innovation, needs, goals, and contact details. After the deadline, we review all applications and contact applicants to inform them whether they are moving forward in the process.
Why is Axfoundation doing this? Through the Innovation Support, we want to give more people the opportunity to develop ideas that can contribute to a sustainable food system. As an independent and non-profit organization, we work broadly to promote sustainable societal transformation. Offering practical support – with no strings attached – is one way we help good ideas become reality.
What do you look for in an application? We look for ideas with the potential to make a real difference – innovations that can contribute to a more sustainable food system, whether locally or globally. This could be new products, services, methods, or solutions that challenge the status quo and offer fresh perspectives. We especially value:
Relevance – that the innovation addresses a real sustainability issue.
Feasibility – that there is a clear path for how the project can progress.
Need – that there is a clear purpose for using Torsåker Farm’s resources.

How to Apply for Innovation Support

Axfoundation regularly decides who will be the recipient of the Innovation Support. Submit your application to . Your application must include answers to the below questions. Would you prefer to have a brief phone meeting before you share more? No problem. Send us an email, and we will find a suitable time.

Summary project description: Describe the innovation and its potential to contribute to a sustainable society. Specify which sustainability issue the innovation addresses.
Goals: What is the goal of the innovation?
Effect: What effect do you aim to achieve with the initiative?
Time: If the innovation support concerns product or service development, what is the estimated time-to-market?
Need: Estimated number of workdays needed with access to test kitchens, restaurant kitchens, and/or bakery at Torsåker Farm.
Equipment: What type of equipment/facilities do you need access to in order to further develop the solution?
Torsåker Farm’s role: In what way would access to Torsåker Farm contribute to the project?
Contact: Contact information (name, organization, phone, email).