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👋🏼Here are some of this week's most eggciting news from the ecosystem: 🔧The Health Directorate and Patentstyret - Norwegian Industrial Property Office (NIPO) are launching a tool box for intangible assets in public tenders. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dpPSefxy 👩🏼💻The Women TechEU program is back!  The program is aimed at start-ups founded, or co-founded, by women holding a top management position (CEO, CTO or equivalent). The support comes in the shape of grants of up to 75k EUR plus a personalized program including mentoring, coaching, networking and training. Contact EU adviser Sergio Ferreira for more information and read more here https://lnkd.in/dxnvSQ6U 🐱🐶 Lifecare is moving into the veterinary market - developing a glucose sensor for cats and dogs. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dGNMdbng 💚Together Tech is hosting a free webinar series on sustainability - sustainovation. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ddtSWhZ5

In today's rapidly evolving economic landscape, the push towards a regenerative approach is more crucial than ever. "Transformation, aber wohin?" – a pertinent question raised by Gregor A. Erkel of the Initiative Regenerative Marktwirtschaft. During the 5th Future Food Symposium, Gregor's insights on "Transformation, but where to?" will highlight the necessity of a paradigm shift. It's not just about economic growth, but about sustainable, regenerative development that benefits both society and the environment. Embark on a journey for reflection, discussion and innovative action: 🔎Three dilemmas of agricultural policies, Stefan Mann Agroscope 🔎Von Bio zu Gyphosat zu Endosulfan - David gegen Goliath in Brasilien, Adrian Wiedmer gebana ag 🔎Sustainable, healthy and just food systems – a utopia? - Theresa Tribaldos University of Bern 🔎Aufgabeln – Gemeinsam Food Waste messen - Linda Münger catta The power of positive attitude as a catalyst for innovation: we will delve into stories of individuals and organizations that have overcome failures and obstacles, demonstrating optimism, resilience, and creativity.   Registration & Program: https://lnkd.in/eKDDRZ4j Join us and be part of the change! SVIAL ASIAT & SGLWT #sustainabledevelopment  #FutureFoodSymposium #positivemindset

Microfy Systems is one of the six innovative startups funded in our EIC Track, dedicated to #GreenTech innovations! 🌿💡 Their current challenge is to tackle issues such as economic sustainability and declining bee populations. 🚨🐝 What does Microfy Systems offers? - An affordable microscopy solutions for non-lab users within the #AgriFood sector. 💰🔬 - It provides automated solutions for fast, easy, and affordable quality assessment. ⚡👌 Microfy Systems targets the #honey industry and #apiculture, vital for #biodiversity and crop #pollination. 🍯🐝 👉 It addresses an industry producing 1.89 million tons of honey globally by 2022, valued at €8,532 million. 🌍📈 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eSRQzeU4 Spherik Accelerator | FastTrack Ventures | G-Force | F6S European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) #GreenTech #Innovation #Microscopy #AgriFood #MICROFYSYSTEMS #SustainableFuture #HoneyIndustry #Apiculture #Biodiversity #CropPollination #HorizonEurope

📢 Save the date 4th and 5th of February 2025 and register today to attend our 2025 event dedicated to the “Critical role of Innovation and AI in regaining EU competitiveness.” The Early Birds Fees are available until the 6th of October 2024 6:00 PM ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eK2hgcUF   📝 The objective of this in-person conference is to showcase the PET value chain successes and challenges in the shift from a linear to a circular model. The event will push the industry to take action and join in policy maker consultations to share its knowledge and to encourage them to swiftly develop useful & clear regulations.   ✅ At the Annual Conference 2025 we will once again feature an Innovation Session presenting ground-breaking initiatives from across the PET value chain. Companies and organisations are invited to summarise their latest projects in not more than 10 lines and submit them to maria.trofimova@petcore-europe.org for consideration.     „Following a highly successful inaugural edition of the Innovation Session at this year‘s PETCORE EUROPE Conference, we will be holding it once again on Day Two of the programme,“ explained PETCORE EUROPE president, Antonello Ciotti. You can find more details regarding the Innovation Session right here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eKm_nuGW 🥇 Welcome our sponsors: EREMA Engineering Recycling Maschinen und Anlagen Ges.m.b.H., Sorema div. of Previero N. srl, AMUT & CMG Granulators & Starlinger & Co #AnnualConference2025 #PETRecycling #PETPackaging #PETRecyclingInEurope #CircularEconomy #CircularPET #RecycledPET #DesignForRecycling #PETCollection #Sustainability    

Key insights from our panel, as captured through our live scribe doodle, emphasized the "Business Case for Sustainability in Agriculture" with contributions from key multi-stakeholders in the agri-value chain. The discussion highlighted FPOs' preparedness and significant contributions to sustainability, showcasing their ability to scale and enhance outreach across diverse sectors. Sustainability is not just a goal but is already embedded in many of these organizations, with considerable progress made over time. As banks and financial institutions look to lend, the economic viability of sustainable agriculture becomes increasingly clear. FPOs must take responsibility for adopting and championing sustainable practices, becoming a differentiator in the market. This approach not only ensures environmental stewardship but also builds a strong business case for sustainability, proving that economic success and sustainability can go hand in hand. #FPOConclave2024 #Samunnati #Sustainability #whitepaperrelease #BharatFPOfinder #FPOConclave2024 #Samunnati #Sustainability #whitepaperrelease #BharatFPOfinder

Heading to the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in San Francisco, March 19-20, 2024? This summit is a key gathering for agri-food decision-makers, including businesses, food brands, growers, technology providers, and investors. It's a prime networking opportunity to gain strategic market insights and discover innovative companies. Agricarbon's Kim ten Wolde will be attending. Feel free to contact Kim to learn more about soil carbon, how to measure it accurately, and the importance of using ground-truthed data you can trust. For more detailed information, Kim's contact details are in the comments. #RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainableFoodSystems #SoilCarbon #Networking #RegenAg #WorldAgriTech

The race is on to develop innovative solutions that can ensure the future of our food supply. At the heart of this movement is Food Tech, which is not only transforming our approach to agriculture but also redefining what's possible. With cutting-edge advancements and support from accelerators like ICL Planet Startup Hub, we're paving the way for a new era of food security and sustainability. In our 2024 outlook, futuristic food technologies are becoming a reality, promising to tackle our most pressing challenges and secure a better future for all. Dive into Hadar Sutovsky’s insights here>> https://lnkd.in/d48zkAX9 Mentioned: Protera Plantible Foods Arkeon #FoodTech #Innovation #Sustainability #FoodSecurity #TechRevolution

Innovation has always been the Fertco way! Read our 'Story of Innovation' as featured in Coast & Country News.

Question for me today: “How can proteins be extracted from the cake left over from my oil production – and is it worth it?” I 💚 it. This is the kind of questions I get at work. To me, it's a sign that visionary individuals in the food industry are embracing the transition to a circular economy, sparking hope and innovation. From exploring ways to utilize by-products like cake from rapeseed oil production to extracting proteins from fish trimmings, the journey is filled with questions, challenges, and opportunities. At Food & Bio Cluster Denmark, I witness firsthand the drive for change and collaboration within the industry. Embracing tests, science, and innovation leads not only to financial value but also environmental benefits, as demonstrated by our member, food oil producer AAK (I'll explain this further in another post...). Currently, my focus is on exploring the potential of "Biosolutions." Join me at upcoming events to delve deeper into these opportunities: 👉  TechBBQ, (Copenhagen, Sept. 11th and 12th) where my colleague Louise Krogh Johnson will introduce biosolutions opportunities for startups Thursday morning https://techbbq.dk/ 👉  Food4Change Webinar on precision fermentation (Online, Sept. 24th) https://lnkd.in/dXxASWcC 👉  Biosolutions Fyn – Meet&Greet (Odense, Oct. 4th) meet your peers and set common targets  https://lnkd.in/dXz5yP8H 👉  Biosolutions – In an international Perspective (Odense, Nov. 28th) get insights on European infrastructure, funding and possibilities for scaling your business https://lnkd.in/d_rA-grt If you share a passion for circular economy, biosolutions, and sustainable practices in the food & bio industries, I'm here to connect and discuss potential collaborations. Let's drive positive change together! 🌱 Discover for yourself: Biosolutions Zealand https://lnkd.in/dHh-Ghz4 ClosingLoops https://closingloops.dk/ #CircularEconomy #Biosolutions #Sustainability #Innovation #FoodIndustry

🌟 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐔𝐩! 🌟 As the TeamUp Pitch Competition presentations draw to a close, we're left in awe of the outstanding level of pitches delivered by our dedicated teams. The depth of insight, creativity, and passion for sustainable agrifood solutions has truly set a new benchmark for innovation.   🔍 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Our esteemed panel of judges is now faced with the challenging task of evaluating these remarkable pitches. The decision-making process is underway, with each pitch being carefully considered for its potential impact, innovation, feasibility, and scalability.   🏆 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬: The anticipation is building, and we're as excited as you are to celebrate the winners. Mark your calendars, as the prize winners will be announced on the 12𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants for their hard work and to our audience for their incredible support and engagement. Your presence has made this event not just a competition, but a celebration of potential and possibility.   Our jury panel: Xana Belastegui Macadam Đorđe Ćelić Latif Andersson Lorraine Allen Felix Schweikardt Juan Ignacio Zaffora Paulina Nowotka Dr. Sylwia Sekula-Neuner Eunchan Lee #TeamUp #PitchCompetition #Innovation #JudgesDeliberation #WinnersAnnouncement#AgrifoodInnovation #SustainableSolutions #FutureOfAgriculture #AgriTech #FoodTech #EcoInnovation #GreenEntrepreneurs #StartupEcosystem #ImpactInnovation #ClimateSmartAgriculture #CircularEconomy #AgricultureTransformation #TechForGood #GreenGrowth #GlobalFoodSecurity #Agripreneurship #InnovationInAgriculture #SustainableFuture #FoodSystemRevolution #NextGenAgriculture #SmartFarming #EnvironmentalImpact #InnovationLeaders #FutureOfFood #CelebratingInnovation #AgricultureAndFood