Pitch Lounge’s Post

🎉 A Year of Impact and Agrifoodtech Innovation! As we reflect on the incredible journey of 2024 at StartLife, we are filled with gratitude and pride for the remarkable achievements and milestones reached this year. Here’s a quick overview of our impactful year: 🚀 Alumni Success: Our alumni have had a phenomenal year, raising over €100M! This milestone underscores the ongoing impact and innovation our startups continues to bring to the agrifoodtech sector. 🌍 Demo Days Success: We hosted 2 Demo Days in 2024, both of which were a tremendous success, attracting +400 visitors in Wageningen. These events showcased the cutting-edge solutions our startups are bringing to the table, connecting them with investors, industry leaders, and potential partners. 🤝 New Collaborations: This year marked the beginning of HIC - HortiScience Innovation Center, setting the stage for new opportunities and advancements in agrifoodtech. Co-created with Wageningen University & Research, Delphy, Gemeente Lansingerland, and YES!Delft. Moreover, we welcomed new partners to our network, such as The Hershey Company & Corteva Agriscience. 🌱 Supporting Startups: In 2024, we welcomed 27 new agrifoodtech startups into our community, supporting them through their journey towards innovation and impact. 🌐 F&A Next 2024: The 9th edition of F&A Next brought together more than 850 professionals from 36 countries, creating a melting pot of ideas, partnerships, and collaborations that continue to drive the agrifood sector forward. On to the 10th edition!! 🔍 Looking Ahead: As we close a successful year, we are more committed than ever to fostering innovation and supporting our agrifoodtech startups in making a meaningful impact on global food systems. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. Here’s to continuing our mission in 2025 and beyond! #agritech #foodtech #startups