THE AGRITECH4EGYPT INNOVATION CHALLENGE 2024 FOR EARLY-STAGE EGYPTIAN AGRI-TECH VENTURES.

Application Deadline: 21 April, 2024

Applications are now open for the 2024 AgriTech4Egypt Innovation Challenge. The AgriTech4Egypt Innovation Challenge is powered by CGIAR Accelerate for Impact Platform (A4IP) and co-organized with CGIAR Centers–The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, ICARDA, IWMI, and IFPRI–and the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (ASRT) of Egypt. This project is endorsed by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Egypt (MOHESR) and supported by PRIMA, Climate Resilient Africa Fund (CRAF), ALEX BANK, Syngenta Foundation for Sustainable Agriculture (SFSA), and CGIAR Initiatives and units operating in the MENA region.

Requirements:

The AgriTech4Egypt Innovation Challenge targets early-stage agri-tech ventures in Egypt.
You must have a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or Proof of Concept (POC) at this stage.
The program will assist in developing a robust go-to-market strategy through technical validation and market access.

Your agri-tech innovation must align with one of the following priority areas:
1. Digital agriculture and precision farming
2. Agri-finance solutions
3. Sustainable value chain development
4. Capacity building tools
5. Efficient irrigation water management

Benefits:

Through the AgriTech4Egypt Innovation Challenge, you will receive comprehensive support to establish the groundwork for scalable growth of your agri-tech venture in Egypt.
Gain a deep understanding of Egypt’s agricultural landscape.
Participate in a fully funded, 4-day intensive bootcamp.
Connect with an international network of partners and agribusinesses.
Receive expert guidance from CGIAR scientists and industry professionals.
Access a sponsored 6-month acceleration program, combining entrepreneurial training and technical assistance.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the AgriTech4Egypt Innovation Challenge 

Source: OFA