Innovate for Impact Challenge

About

The Innovate for Impact Challenge is a global competition aimed at early-stage AgTech startups, offering up to $50,000 in prize money, international exposure, and networking opportunities with investors and industry experts, culminating in a live pitch at a prestigious event in Iowa.

Benefits

• 💰 Financial Support
• Up to $50,000 in prize money
• 🌐 International Exposure
• Participants gain global recognition and visibility
• 🎤 Presentation Opportunity
• Chance to present at the Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue in Iowa, USA
• 🤝 Networking Opportunities
• Attract investors, industry experts, policymakers, and partners

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to early-stage technology-driven startups in the global AgTech sector
• 💼 Business Stage
• Must be at least at the validated concept stage up to Pre-Series A
• 👥 Team Requirements
• At least one founder must be full-time involved in the project
• 🌱 Innovation Requirement
• Must demonstrate innovation, market potential, and alignment with sustainability goals

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Physical Attendance
• Finalists must attend the Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue in Iowa for live pitching
• ⏰ Time Commitment
• Participants must dedicate time to prepare for the competition and presentations

Target Region

Open to startups worldwide

Target Sector

Agriculture Technology