Food Market Explorer
In short
Export market-research funding for food and drink companies. Typical amount: €5,000–20,000.
Facts last verified 23.7.2026
Export market-research funding for food and drink companies. It is the one Explorer scheme still running, funded through the Ministry of Agriculture.
Key facts
- Provider: Business Finland + MMM
- Type: Grant
- Typical amount: €5,000–20,000
- Legal basis: De minimis (presumed)
- Who it is for: Micro to midcap companies · international growth
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Food Market Explorer provide?
Typical amount: €5,000–20,000.
Who can apply for Food Market Explorer?
Provider: Business Finland + MMM. Company size: micro, small, medium, midcap. Typical use: international growth.
On what legal basis is Food Market Explorer granted?
De minimis (presumed). De minimis aid counts toward your company's cumulative de minimis ceiling over a rolling three-year period, so track your total before applying.
Indicative screening information, not advice. Amounts and rules change, so confirm the current terms and eligibility with the provider before you rely on them.
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