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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
Positioned as a premier platform for agri-food innovation, the Agri-Food Tech World Championship offers start-ups more than a pitch opportunity; it also brings a global showcase where start-up's transformative ideas and ground-breaking solutions receive international recognition.
Under the theme “Empowering the Future of Agri-Food Tech,” the championship is dedicated to discovering and supporting high-potential start-ups—from seed to Series A—across agri-tech, food sustainability, health & wellness, and deep-tech sectors.
With backing from Constellar and Innovate 360, this competition is not only a chance to connect with influential industry leaders but a platform for visionary start-ups to showcase their impact and drive a sustainable future in agri-food.
Call for Applications have now closed!
Join us live to witness the championship firsthand and see who will be crowned the Grand Champion!
Our Esteemed Panel of Judges
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Our Exciting Panel of Contestants
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Programme At A Glance
Note: Programme is updated as of 8 Nov 2024 and subject to change without prior notice.
- Day 1 - 19 November 2024 (Tue)
- Day 2 - 20 November 2024 (Wed)
- Day 3 - 21 November 2024 (Thu)
| Time | Programme @ the Founders Hub |
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| 10.00 | Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address: The Future of Agri-Food Innovation Professor Matthew Tan, Chief Judge |
| 10.15 | Quarter Finals Group 1 (3-Minute Pitches) |
| 11.15 | Fireside Chat: Driving the Climate Agenda – Climate Smart Solutions in SEA Agri-Food Landscape Moderated by: Adam Lyle, Executive Chairman, Padang & Co Speakers:
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| 12.00 | Presentation: Navigating the Patent Landscape: Strategic Insights for Businesses Karen Bentley, Principal, FPA Patent Attorneys Pty Ltd |
| 12.15 | Presentation: Seizing Opportunities in Agri-Food Innovation: Investments, Markets, and Alternative Proteins Nicholas Dahl, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Alternative Proteins Global |
| 12.30 |
Break
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| 13.00 | Quarter Finals Group 2 (3-Minute Pitches) |
| 14.00 | Presentation: Blended meat: A Potential Gateway to Increase Alternative Protein Adoption Divya Gandhi, Research Specialist, The Good Food Institute APAC |
| 14.10 | MOU Signing Ceremony: Innovate 360 & Mahidol University |
| 14.20 | Quarter Finals Group 3 (3-Minute Pitches) |
| 15.20 | Panel Discussion: Unlocking Agri-Food Potential in Thailand Moderated by: Kelvin Ng, Managing Partner, Green Bridge Partners Speakers:
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| 16.40 | Quarter Finals Group 4 (3-Minute Pitches) |
| 17.40 | End of Day 1 |
| TIME | Programme @ the Founders Hub |
|---|---|
| 10.00 | Welcome & Keynote: Exploring Agri-Food Innovation in Taiwan Josh Chang, Marketing Manager at Haoshi Accelerator |
| 10.15 | Quarter Finals Group 5 (3-Minute Pitches) |
| 11.15 | Panel Discussion: The Evolving Role of Accelerators, VCs, Corporates, and Government in Agri-Food Speakers:
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| 12.00 | Break |
| 12.45 | Semi-Finals Group 1 (3-Minute Pitches) |
| 13.30 | Presentation: Bio-Powered Futures: Igniting Innovation, Sustainability, and Investment Dr Faizal Hamid, AVP, Industry Development (AgBiotech), Malaysian Bioeconomy Development Corporation |
| 13.45 | Panel Discussion: Scaling Agri-Food Solutions in Halal Markets Moderated by: Louis Tan, Commercial & Investment Manager, Innovate360 Speakers:
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| 14.30 | Semi-Finals Group 2 (3-Minute Pitches) |
| 15.15 | Presentation: Springboard to Central Europe & Middle East – Agri-Food Market Insights Semi Hakim, Co-Founder, Kök Projekt |
| 15.30 | Semi-Finals Group 3 (3-Minute Pitches) |
| 16.15 | Panel Discussion: Navigating Growth - Commercialisation, Technology, and Strategic Partnerships for Agri-Food Startups Moderated by: Leonard Chong, Manager, Innovation and Technology, IPI Speakers:
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| 17.00 | End of Day 2 |
| TIME | Programme @ the Founders Hub |
|---|---|
| 10.00 | Welcome Remarks & Cash Sponsor Appreciation John Cheng, Chief Executive Officer, Innovate 360 |
| 10.05 | Keynote Address: Pathways to Success - Lessons from a Leading Singapore Enterprise Anna Lim, Founder, Soup Spoon |
| 10.15 | Finals (3-Minute Pitches) Finalists will be grouped into five groups with each startup given 3-minutes to pitch and 4-minutes cross questioning by judges. |
| 11.30 | Panel Discussion: Building and Growing Agri-Food Tech Startups in a Changing Market Moderated by: Prof. Annie Koh Speakers:
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| 12.00 | Cash sponsor Appreciation and Presentation |
| 12.10 | Award Ceremony & Photo Opportunity |
| 12.20 | Closing Remarks Paul Lee, Chief Executive (Markets), Constellar |
| 12.40 | Food Tasting and Networking Party |
| 13.30 | End of Day 3 |
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%)
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