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Is your start-up ready to transform the agri-food industry?

If your technology has the potential to revolutionise the agri-food sector—whether by enhancing productivity, boosting sustainability, or leveraging deep-tech innovation—then the inaugural Agri-Food Tech World Championship is the perfect stage for you.

Set to launch at AFTEA 2024 as part of the Founder's Hub programme, shortlisted contestants will have the opportunity to present their groundbreaking innovations to a panel of judges, including venture capitalists, seasoned entrepreneurs, and leading industry experts.

About The Competition

19 - 21 November 2024 (Tue - Thu)

AFTEA 2024 @ Sands Expo & Convention Centre

Themed “Empowering the Future of Agri-Food Tech”, the championship aims to identify, support, and celebrate seed to series A start-ups with high growth potential, focusing on innovative solutions in agri-tech, food sustainability, health & wellness, and deep-tech sectors. The competition’s mission is to foster groundbreaking ideas that will transform the agri-food landscape and contribute to a sustainable future.

This global competition, brought to you by Constellar and Innovate 360.

Why Participate?

  1. Gain Global Exposure: Showcase your start-up’s innovative solutions to global investors, industry leaders, potential partners, and media seeking the next breakthrough in agri-food tech

  2. Win Attractive Prizes: Secure funding through cash prizes and investment term sheets valued at up to S$3 million (terms and conditions apply)

  3. Expand Your Network: Connect with influential stakeholders, including potential investors and partners, policymakers, members of academia, and fellow innovators

  4. Receive Valuable Mentorship: Gain exclusive insights and guidance from seasoned experts in the agri-food tech industry to refine your business strategy, and enhance your start-up’s impact and scalability

  5. Drive Sustainable Innovation: Join a movement that champions sustainable solutions in agri-tech, food sustainability, health & wellness, and deep-tech

Competition Themes

  • Aquaculture & Agriculture
  • Deep Technology 
  • Food Technology
  • Food Safety & Security
  • Novel food, Alternative Proteins & Sustainable Food
  • Smart Processing & Packaging
  • Sustainability and Resource Management
  • Urban Farming & Smart Farming

Call for Applications have now closed!

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Our Esteemed Panel of Judges

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Programme At A Glance

Note: Programme is updated as of 5 Nov 2024 and subject to change without prior notice.

 

TIMEDAY 1: 19 November 2024
10.00Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address: The Future of Agri-Food Innovation
10.15Quarter Finals - 14 Startups Present (3-Minute Pitches)
11.15Panel Discussion: Driving the Climate Agenda – Global Innovations in Agri-Food
12.00Presentation: Navigating the Patent Landscape: Strategic Insights for Businesses
12.15Presentation: Seizing Opportunities in Agri-Food Innovation: Investments, Markets, and Alternative Proteins
12.30Break
13.00Quarter Finals - 14 Startups Present (3-Minute Pitches)
14.00Presentation: Agri-Food Opportunities in Asia
14:10MOU Signing Ceremony: Innovate 360 & Mahidol University
14:20Quarter Finals - 14 Startups Present (3-Minute Pitches)
15:20Panel Discussion: Unlocking Agri-Food Potential in Thailand
16:00Quarter Finals – Final Presentations & Announcement
17:00End of Day 1

 

TIMEDAY 2: 20 November 2024
10:00Welcome & Keynote: Exploring Agri-Food Innovation in Taiwan
10:15Quarter Finals - 14 Startups Present (3-Minute Pitches)
11:15Panel Discussion: The Evolving Role of Accelerators, VCs, Corporates, and Government in Agri-Food
12:00Break
12:45Semi-Finals - 12 Startups Present (3-Minute Pitches)
13:30Presentation: Malaysia as a Hub for Agri-Food Innovation
13:45Panel Discussion: Scaling Agri-Food Solutions in Halal Markets
14:30Semi-Finals - 12 Startups Present (3-Minute Pitches)
15:15Presentation: Springboard to Central Europe & Middle East – Agri-Food Market Insights
15:30Semi-Finals – Final Presentations & Winner Announcement
16:15Panel Discussion: Navigating Growth - Commercialisation, Technology, and Strategic Partnerships for Agri-Food Startups
17:00End of Day 2

 

TIMEDAY 3: 21 November 2024

10.00

 

Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address: The Future of Agri-Food Innovation

 

10.15

 

Quarter Finals - 14 Startups Present (3-Minute Pitches)

 

11.15

 

Panel Discussion: Driving the Climate Agenda – Global Innovations in Agri-Food

 

12.00

 

Presentation: Navigating the Patent Landscape: Strategic Insights for Businesses

 

12.15

 

Presentation: Seizing Opportunities in Agri-Food Innovation: Investments, Markets, and Alternative Proteins

 

12.30

 

Break

 

13.00

 

Quarter Finals - 14 Startups Present (3-Minute Pitches)

 

14.00

 

Presentation: Agri-Food Opportunities in Asia

 

14:10

 

MOU Signing Ceremony: Innovate 360 & Mahidol University

 

14:20

 

Quarter Finals - 14 Startups Present (3-Minute Pitches)

 

15:20

 

Panel Discussion: Unlocking Agri-Food Potential in Thailand

 

16:00

 

Quarter Finals – Final Presentations & Announcement

 

17:00

 

End of Day 1

 

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Competition Information

21 August – 30 September 2024: Call for Applications     (CLOSED)

Registration is online and your application should include the following:

  • A video presentation of no more than 3 minutes explaining the start-up’s concept, market potential, and business model, with a focus on agri-food or agri-tech solutions. File format: mp4, English only

  • A pitch deck of no more than 10 slides covering key aspects such as the problem statement, solution, market opportunity, business model, traction, team, and financial projections, emphasising the relevance to agri-food or agri-tech. File format: PDF, English only

1 - 20 October 2024: Screening and Qualifiers

All applications will undergo an initial review to ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and application requirements. Start-ups will be evaluated based on the strength of their applications, including the innovation of the idea, market potential, and team capabilities, particularly in the agri-food and agri-tech sectors. 

Selected start-ups will be notified by 20 October 2024. Up to 70 start-ups will progress to Qualifiers, which will be held in Singapore at AFTEA 2024 on 19 November 2024. Teams will need to present in English.

19 – 21 November 2024: Competition Stages

Quarter Finals - 19 November 2024

  • Up to 70 start-ups will pitch to a panel of judges. Each start-up will have 3 minutes pitching. The top 5 start-ups will progress into Semi-Finals

Semi Finals - 20 November 2024

  • 36 start-ups comprising 5 from Day 1 and another 31 start-ups from Innovate 360-led regional selections will compete.

    Each start-up allotted 3 minutes to pitch. The top 15 will progress into Finals.

Finals - 21 November 2024 (2 Battle rounds)

  • Round 1 - All 15 start-ups each will be allotted a total of 5 minutes; 3 minutes to pitch and 2 minutes of Q&A

    During this round, judges with the 'golden buzzer' can also choose to fast-track select teams to the next round.

    At the end of Round 1, the top 8 teams will progress into Round 2.

     

  • Round 2 - All 8 finalists will deliver a 1 minute elevator pitch, followed by rapid Q&A.

    At the end of Round 2, the top team will be crowned Grand Champion.

    Additionally, 10 other subsidiary awards will be offered to select teams.

Thank you for your interest - applications have now closed.

Shortlisted start-ups will be notified of their participation status by 20 October 2024; we regret to inform that only shortlisted start-ups will be notified.

Important: Shortlisted start-ups are responsible for covering their own travel and accommodation expenses for AFTEA 2024. To continue in the competition, start-ups must also secure a AFTEA exhibition pod for S$3,000. Terms and conditions apply.

Participants may choose to enter as an individual or as a team. Judges will be evaluating entries based on:

  • Innovativeness (20%) 

  • Impact of solution (20%)

  • Differentiation from existing solutions (20%)

  • Feasibility to commercialise and expand (20%)

  • Investment potential (20%)

Ecosystem Partners

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