Competition & Award
2026 Land Grant Startup Launch Competition
Apply by Feb 1, 2026
About
The 2026 Land Grant Startup Launch Competition, co-hosted by Penn State University's Smeal College of Business and College of Agricultural Sciences, aims to support early-stage startups focused on sustainable practices in the food and agriculture sector, offering a $50,000 investment to the winning team to aid in business expansion and development. Applications are open from December 1, 2025, to February 1, 2026, and interested parties can contact landgrantlaunch@psu.edu for more information.
Benefits
- Winning startup will receive a $50,000 investment from the Garber Venture Capital Fund
- Funding to support business expansion, research and development, and team growth
Eligibility Criteria
- Early-stage startups focused on sustainable business practices
- Must have a clear vision and potential to transform the food and agriculture sector
- Primarily targeting regions related to Penn State University but open nationwide
Target Region
United States
Target Sector
Food and Agriculture, Sustainability
Penn State University Smeal College of Business, College of Agricultural Sciences