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AGRI- STARTUPS IS REVOLUTIONIZING THE WAY WE GROW From age-old practices to cutting-edge technology, the rise of agri-startups is revolutionizing the way we grow, manage, and market food. However, navigating the Indian business ecosystem presents unique challenges for these budding ventures. Join hands with World Food Trust to up-to-date with emerging trends. #agriculture #agriculturelife #agriculturestartup #agriculturestartups #food #ecosystem #ecosystems #ecosystemservices #worldfoodtrust

AGRI- STARTUPS IS REVOLUTIONIZING THE WAY WE GROW From age-old practices to cutting-edge technology, the rise of agri-startups is revolutionizing the way we grow, manage, and market food. However, navigating the Indian business ecosystem presents unique challenges for these budding ventures. Join hands with World Food Trust to up-to-date with emerging trends. #agriculture #agriculturelife #agriculturestartup #agriculturestartups #food #ecosystem #ecosystems #ecosystemservices #worldfoodtrust

[#TasteFrance] France, a leader in Agritech and Foodtech 🌍 📈Did you know that thanks to its 215 startups and a 242% funding increase in 2022, France is considered a leader in Agritech and Foodtech ? 🚀🌱 With strong government support and vibrant incubators like Smart Food Paris and Hectar, French startups are pushing boundaries in sustainable food and advanced farming. 🚜 Curious about France power over the Argritech and Foodtech?   Read the full article to discover the latest advancements and success stories here:  https://lnkd.in/e6e_BczJ

Grow-NY Startups fuel Food and Ag Innovation in Upstate NY! The 6th Annual Grow-NY Food and Agriculture Business Competition promoteS innovation and growth beyond its companies by investing in the global food and agriculture industry and the region's abundant agrifood ecosystem. Twenty startups are competing for $3 million in prize money, which is funded by the Empire State Development and administered by Cornell Center for Regional Economic Advancement (CREA), a division of the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation. This year's competition yielded 312 applicants, including 89 from NY state. The 20 finalists come from 9 states and 6 countries, with 5 startups from NY and 4 from the Cornell University community. The finalists will spend the next 2 months in Grow-NY's Accelerator Phase, in which the teams will achieve 1:1 mentorship from experts, pitch training and a fully funded 3 day business development trip to NY. From Nov. 6-7, the finalists will pitch at Grow-NY Summit in Ithaca Downtown, where they will showcase their business plan and how they will make a positive impact on Upstate NY. The grand prize winner will receive $1 million, 2 startups will win $500,000 and 4 will receive $250,000. "Through its continued support, New York state is poised to reap the benefits of these Grow-NY innovators, who will create jobs and grow the economy in the Central New York, Finger Lakes and Southern Tier regions", said Hope Knight, Empire State Development president, CEO and commissioner. The Cornell related finalists are: For Bitter For Worse (Portland, Oregon) UdderWays (Albion, New York) from Rev: Ithaca Startup Works EarthSense, Inc. (Champaign, Illinois) with TerraSentia robots made by researchers in the Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Casey Call, co-founder of Zordi (Oakfield, New York), earned his BA in agronomy and crop science from Cornell. Grape.ag (Cupertino, CA) participated in the Dyson Grand Challenges Project led by students in the Cornell Dyson School of Applied Economics & Management Learn more about all 20 finalists on the Grow-NY website. The Grow-NY Summit features a pitch competition, educational symposium and Ecosystem Expo with services for startups. To register, visit grow-ny.com. #growny #agcompetition #agstartup #aginnovation #agriculture #upstateny #agentrepreneurship #entrepreneurship #startups #foodandbev

Are you a startup, farmer, or researcher looking to make your mark with an agrifood and agtech innovation? HARVEST, Western Australia's leading business development program, is your gateway to accelerating the commercialisation of your innovation. Why HARVEST? 🌾Immersive Experiences: Dive deep into the WA agricultural and agtech market with a program designed to offer hands-on, in person, and face to face experiences. HARVEST also includes a two day Esperance fieldtrip. 🌾Valuable Opportunities: Enjoy the chance to be part of an interstate or international delegation. Comprehensive Professional Development: 2-day intensive business bootcamp on a smartfarm, in-person masterclasses, and webinars led by industry experts. 🌾Networking and Exposure: Connections to growers and agri corporates, direct introductions to stakeholders, showcase your innovations and pitch at exclusive events. 🌾Simplified Process: A short application form stands between you and the opportunity of a lifetime. 🌾Completely Free: This program valued at over $10,000 and comes at no cost, and no equity. Exciting News! Thanks to the Royal Agricultural Society of WA, one lucky HARVEST participant will be awarded a $2,000 Innovation Scholarship. "HARVEST was an unparalleled opportunity to connect with industry leaders. The insightful discussions on innovation and opportunities in the WA agricultural sector were invaluable. If you're looking to innovate in agrifood and agtech, HARVEST is a must for your 2024 plans." Dean Phillips of Xsights Digital, 2023 HARVEST Cohort. Don't let this incredible opportunity slip through your fingers. Not from WA? This year we have opened the program to international and interstate applicants who have an innovation relevant to the WA industry and who would like to build connections to the WA market. Would you like to chat with us about whether HARVEST is for you? Please feel free to call us on 9786 5233. Applications close 20 March 2024 Apply Now: https://lnkd.in/dh3XZT2C HARVEST is proudly sponsored by Grains Research and Development Corporation, Department of Primary Industries & Regional Development, Wrays | Intellectual Property, The Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia, and AgriFutures Australia. #HARVEST2024 #AgriFoodInnovation #AgtechStartups #BusinessDevelopment #StartupOpportunity #AgriculturalInnovation #SupportingStartups #PeerLearning #ApplyNow #FreeProgram #HARVESTProgram #Auswide #auswidefreeprogram #SponsorshipOpportunity

14 new #agrifood scaleups are joining our #RisingFoodStars network. 🤩 Welcome aboard! These innovators become part of our network of scaleups, all focused on tackling key challenges in #SustainableAgriculture and #FoodProduction. 🌟 The successful startups were chosen for their potential to scale solutions that address the long-term sustainability of food and agriculture in Europe, faced with global challenges such as the need to secure food self-sufficiency and reduce net emissions by 90% by 2040. 🌱 The personalised approach of the EIT Food RisingFoodStars programme is key to initiating transformative change within #FoodSystems, unlocking commercial opportunities, and facilitating rapid, sustainable growth for startups. Since 2018, our alumni have raised over $700 million! Recently, Infinite Roots® secured $58M to scale its mycelium fermentation platform, and Notpla raised over €25M to scale sustainable packaging solutions. 💡 Our newest cohort includes SeedForward GmbH, Notpla, FICOSTERRA, Carbone Farmers, Meala, MyEasyFarm, Neggst, Matr, evja, Those Vegan Cowboys , AgroLeague, NoPalm Ingredients, Bon Vivant, and Cultivated Biosciences. 🚀 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d2jWsPVj #ImprovingFoodTogether #FutureOfFood #SustainableFood

🌱 **Agripreneurship: A Path to the Future** 🚀 In a rapidly changing world, agripreneurship stands out as a dynamic and sustainable approach to building the future. By merging agriculture with entrepreneurship, we can create innovative solutions that not only address global food security but also generate economic growth. **1️⃣ Agriculture and Entrepreneurship: Creating a Way Forward** Agriculture isn't just about farming anymore. It's about integrating business principles into every step of the process. By embracing entrepreneurship within agriculture, we open up new avenues for innovation, efficiency, and profitability. This approach is vital for ensuring that agriculture can meet the demands of a growing global population. **2️⃣ Finding Opportunities Along the Agricultural Value Chain** From production to processing, distribution to marketing, the agricultural value chain is brimming with opportunities. Identifying and leveraging these opportunities allows agripreneurs to create value, drive growth, and contribute to the development of sustainable agricultural practices. Whether it's through technology, sustainable practices, or market innovation, the possibilities are endless. **3️⃣ Investing in Agriculture** Investing in agriculture isn't just a smart financial decision; it's an investment in our future. We must know who we are dealing with in the agricultural value chain to make profit. By channeling resources into agricultural ventures, we can foster innovation, enhance food security, and promote sustainable practices that benefit both people and the planet. I'm thrilled to have deepened my understanding of these concepts through the YALI course on agripreneurship, where I recently earned a certificate of completion. This experience has empowered me to look at agriculture not just as a sector, but as a vibrant ecosystem full of potential and opportunities. Let's continue to explore and innovate within this vital industry, paving the way for a brighter, more sustainable future. 🌍 #Agripreneurship #Agriculture #Entrepreneurship #Sustainability #Innovation #YALI #InvestInAgriculture

Ready to expand or collaborate your research? 🚀 Download our free startup guide today and explore how the Australian agritech and agrifood ecosystem can take you there! Whether you're entering the Australian market or accelerating your go-to-market strategy, this guide provides essential insights into key players, support programs, events and investment pathways. 🌏 Sit down with Amelia Cooper from AgriFutures growAG and Ming Fung Chua from Beanstalk AgTech, as they walk you through how you can get the most out of the guide. It's a fantastic resource and we can't thank Beanstalk AgTech enough for their all their hard work in bringing this to life. Download yours today. Link in the comments below 👇 #agritech #foodtech #scaling #scaleup #innovation

Excited to Share! I had the incredible privilege of speaking at this year's Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024 under the theme "Inclusive Growth and Innovation." As we gathered to celebrate entrepreneurship and technology's transformative potential, I shared insights on a critical topic: The Role of Agritech in Food Security. Agritech is not just about farming—it's about empowerment and inclusion. Through affordable feature phones, tools like USSD and IVR can be harnessed to connect Africa’s smallholder farmers to markets, weather updates, and vital agricultural resources. This technology transforms lives, making farming smarter, more sustainable, and more profitable particularly for marginalized smallholder farmers across Africa. Did you know that Africa holds 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land, yet struggles with hunger? Agritech can be the game-changer to bridge this gap—ensuring more farmers become agri-preneurs and food producers for their communities and economies. But here’s the key takeaway: Food security is a collaborative effort. Governments, private enterprises, and innovators must come together to scale inclusive, sustainable solutions. Together, we can double global food production by 2050, using fewer resources through precision farming, AI-driven insights, and sustainable practices. Let’s innovate boldly and inclusively to empower communities and feed the world. To my network across South Africa, Namibia, Rwanda, India, Australia, the UK, and the USA—this is the time to engage, partner, and shape the future. Your collaboration and investment can amplify these efforts globally. Let’s connect and explore how we can make a difference together! 💬 #Agritech #FoodSecurity #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek2024 #InclusiveGrowth #SustainableDevelopment #TechnologyForGood #Brastorne #KabeloMoroka