GoviLab AgriTech Accelerator Program

About

The GoviLab AgriTech Accelerator Program, launched by Hatch in partnership with Sarvodaya, aims to empower startups in Sri Lanka that are innovating solutions for smallholder farmers, focusing on critical areas such as agricultural inputs, water management, and post-harvest practices, while providing access to funding, mentorship, and a collaborative workspace to scale their impactful technologies.

Benefits

• Access to grant funding and equity investment opportunities
• Facilitated access to international investor and donor networks
• Support in product development including design and prototyping
• Streamlined access to diverse partners including government and agriculture experts
• Mentorship from qualified global and local experts
• Access to Hatch Co-working space and MakerStudio

Eligibility Criteria

• Startups must address challenges for smallholder farmers in Sri Lanka
• Focus on agricultural inputs, water management, or post-harvest management
• Must have developed an AgriTech product like farm management software, sensors, or robotics
• Must be post-revenue with audited financial statements required