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🚀 Christian Guba of FoodLabs recently shared insights with Sadia Nowshin at Sifted on 9 promising #FoodTech startups to keep an eye on. Here's a glimpse into some of the startups Christian highlighted: 👨🌾 CarbonFarm, a company leveraging AI and data to transparently monitor agricultural practices and estimate emissions remotely. This enables rice farmers to accurately quantify their emissions and facilitate their transition to sustainable practices. 🥗 Kern Tec, an Austrian startup specializing in developing innovative, sustainable ingredients and ready-to-use solutions for the food industry, ranging from milk alternatives to nut spreads. 🌿 Amatera, which tackles the challenge of climate-vulnerable crops by breeding plants resilient to changes in climate and environment, all without resorting to genetic modification. For additional top picks from various VCs, see the comments section below! Many thanks to Sadia Nowshin for the great feature. #startups #foodtech #vc #climatetech

AVALVE, a startup specializing in AI-based smart farming solutions, secured the top spot at the prestigious 2024 Startup World Cup held in Vietnam. The event, hosted by Silicon Valley's global venture capital firm Pegasus Tech Ventures, brought together key players in Vietnam's startup, venture capital, and tech communities. The competition, which attracted investments totaling $2 billion, showcased innovative technologies from startups spanning various sectors including artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and renewable energy. AVALVE's cutting-edge AI technology impressed judges by maximizing resource efficiency, reducing costs, and introducing an innovative approach to increasing farmers' income through high-value crop cultivation. This victory not only solidifies AVALVE's position as a leader in smart farming solutions but also highlights its potential to address agricultural challenges on a global scale. The company's focus on optimizing water and energy usage while maximizing productivity sets a new standard for sustainable agriculture practices. Pegasus Tech Ventures expressed high expectations for AVALVE's technology and vision, acknowledging its potential to revolutionize the agricultural industry. CEO Park Gyu-tae emphasized the importance of global networking to provide better solutions and drive continuous innovation in Vietnamese agriculture. The successful conclusion of the event, attended by numerous industry stakeholders, underscores the commitment of startups like AVALVE to drive innovation and competitiveness on the global stage. AVALVE's win opens doors to increased global investment opportunities, paving the way for future technological advancements and market expansion. Source: Startup N #StartupWorldCup #AgricultureInnovation #GlobalImpact #VietnamStartup #SmartFarming #FutureOfAgriculture

🌍 Today we celebrate #WorldFoodDay! 🌱at COREangels Food This day serves as a reminder of the importance of ensuring access to healthy and nutritious food for all, while highlighting how innovation and technology are transforming food in sustainable ways. The image we share today symbolizes this crucial connection between food and the use of technology. From agricultural drones to data-driven monitoring solutions, these innovations are helping address global challenges such as hunger, waste, and sustainability. 🍇🥕 Each of us can contribute to this transformation—by reducing food waste, supporting sustainable production, or investing in technologies that promote a brighter future. If you are curious about investing in startups and passionate about Food and Technology and it’s thriving ecosystem this is your opportunity to join us and help us shape the future of food. We are beginning our investment journey to invest in the most promising and game changing Food Tech startups that are impacting the Future of Food. #Sustainability #Technology #Agriculture #Innovation #FoodSecurity #WorldFoodDay2024 #COREangelsfood #angelinvestment #startups COREangels

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 🌱 As an executive recruiter in the ag industry, I'm seeing firsthand how innovators like Agreena, Sencrop and eAgronom are defining what's possible in agriculture. From precision farming to carbon capture platforms, these companies are tackling food insecurity, sustainability, and efficiency challenges. What is at the center of this transformation? 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 - the visionaries and skilled experts who drive change. My goal is to connect top talent with forward-thinking companies like these, ready to shape the future of agriculture. Who is else is excited to see where this industry is evolving? You can reach me at: ✉ izzy.kerr@jb-andrews.com #Agriculture #AgTech #SustainableAgriculture

Last week, Marta Ottogalli and I joined Startupbootcamp as Judge and Mentors at their Virtual Fast Track event, where startups pitched for a spot in the accelerator program. The Food & AgriTech Accelerator is tackling some of the biggest challenges in the food and agriculture sector. We are seeing a lot of new technology coming up, and data — its quality, ease of collection, and accuracy — is becoming a key factor in changing how the agri-food value chain works. New trends are pushing us toward smarter farming, better use of resources, and reduction of waste. There's also a growing focus on more sustainable and personalised food options. The goal is to improve the entire food supply chain creating a sustainable future. If you’re working on Food or AgriTech startups, consider applying to this 3 months program to gain access to the most relevant knowledge, connections and opportunities like impact investments. The accelerator is looking for: 🌾 Vertical farming 🚜 Farm-to-table platforms ♻️ Sustainable packaging 📈 Agri-finTech 🥩 Alternative proteins And more For more details visit the link in the comments. You have just a few more days to apply before the official selection happens. To all people in my network that might know interested startups, please share.

🌳 The European Union (EU) is investing in #agritech startups through various funding programs and initiatives. 🌳 These investments aim to develop #technologies that help farmers reduce waste, optimize #resources, and make informed decisions. Agritech startups are utilizing technology to modernize farming and food production in Europe. 🌳 The EU supports agritech solutions that focus on improving soil health, promoting biodiversity, and decreasing chemical use. In 2024, agritech startups are expected to play a vital role in transforming the food system. 🌳 The EU's initiatives and funding are helping these startups create new technologies for more #sustainable farming practices. Here are the list of agritech startup in europe : Farmdok, Pollenity, FarmBackup, eAgronom, Sencrop , Augmenta, Alzagro, iFarm, Agreena MAKABI, Saia Agrobotics, qubeto, Global Biodesign , Aurea Imaging  Biobest, Calyxia | Certified B CORP, Aphea.Bio , Indigo, Planet Farms  Weenat, Raven Industries Read more : https://lnkd.in/g9Mby_rV To share your startup story write us on - contact@startuprise.co.uk #Agritechstartup #startup #europeanstartup

📢 Calling all Startups & Scaleups - Food & AgriTech Accelerator🚀 The Food & AgriTech Accelerator is designed for startups and scaleups in the food and agriculture sectors, focusing on technological advancements to meet growing demands for food safety, digitalization, and sustainability. The program is ideal for innovators aiming to scale their businesses, raise capital, and partner with corporates for validation and growth. 🔴 Key Focus Areas  🔻 Vertical Farming:- Enhancing farming efficiency through controlled environment agriculture.  🔻 Sustainable Packaging:- Innovations to reduce environmental impact.  🔻 Precision Agriculture:- Using data and technology to optimize farming practices.  🔻 Alternative Proteins:- Development of sustainable protein sources.  🔻 Food Waste Reduction:- Solutions to minimize food loss.  🔻 AgriTech Hardware: Tools and machinery to boost agricultural productivity.  🔻 Supply Chain Optimization:- Improving the efficiency of the food supply chain.  🔻 Farm-to-Table Platforms:- Connecting producers directly with consumers.  🔻 Agri-FinTech:- Financial technologies tailored for the agricultural sector. 🔵 Program Benefits  🔹 Digital Acceleration:- A 3-month program to drive rapid growth.  🔹 Capital Support:- Financial investment and a startup deal kit.  🔹 Mentorship:- Industry-specific guidance and connections.  🔹 Events:- Networking opportunities with mentors, investors, and partners. ⚫ Eligibility  ◾ Open to companies in diverse areas such as sustainable agriculture, food safety, and AgriTech, across various stages of development and regions globally. The accelerator offers a comprehensive platform for startups and scaleups to innovate, grow, and contribute to a sustainable future in food and agriculture. 🎯 The deadline for application is 11 August 2024. 📢 To complete application and for further details go to Startupbootcamp https://lnkd.in/egYQJYQg #agritech #foodtech #foodsafety #agriculture #sustainability #Global #accelerator #startup #scaleup #founder #funding #innovate #innovation #innovator #future #mentoring #digitilization #capital #verticalfarming #packaging #proteins #foodwaste #supplychain #fintech #investor #investment #VCs #entrepreneur #angel #entrepreneurship

#Thailand's #agritech industry is flourishing, leveraging AI, robotics and biotech to optimize agriculture. With steady growth and investments exceeding $46 billion, Thai #startups are making significant strides in sustainable farming. The Nation

Since launching Earthfund, our dedicated fund for Agri-tech startups, Most of the startups we’ve connected with are focusing on: 1. Precision Farming: From crop health monitoring to smart irrigation, startups are leveraging tech to help farmers optimize every inch of their fields. 2.  Market Linkages: With digital marketplaces, supply chain optimization, and direct farmer-to-consumer channels, these startups are bridging gaps and adding value across the food chain. 3. Fintech Services: From credit and insurance to seamless digital payments, tailored financial solutions are empowering farmers and reshaping rural economies. Conversations with farmers reveal a strong willingness to adopt tech solutions—especially when priced right and directly addressing their challenges. We see massive potential for startups tackling advanced soil testing, bio-fertilizers, seeds, and machinery that reduce labor dependency. If you’re solving real problems in agriculture, apply to Earthfund at Momentum - https://tally.so/r/w5vQJP About Earthfund - https://lnkd.in/eJChsjyn About Momentum - https://lnkd.in/gSv4cXEn #Agritech #founders #startup

Corn crop conditions decline, McD’s removing AI drive-thru ordering and Microsoft to buy 8M more carbon credits. Organic produce trade increasing between US & Mexico, Impossible Foods patent invalidated and climate tech represents 45% of 2024 startup funding in Africa thus far. As a startup, you are told ‘no’ more often than you are told ‘yes’. A natural tendency is to dis-engage those people or organizations you have already approached. But if you were to re-engage, what would happen? Let’s talk about it, and announce a new Innovation Challenge, in this week’s newsletter. #agtech #startups #innovation #agriculture #challenge #agtechfriday #reengage #agtwitter #biologicals https://lnkd.in/guPvcN-2