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Food & Agri Accelerator

8-week virtual accelerator for agri & food startups: mentorship, GTM, investor access & demo day.

Organizer: Innovate47
Deadline: September 30, 2025 (in 19 days)
Category: Accelerator
Regions: Rwanda, Burundi, Liberia, Tanzania, Benin, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritania, Sudan, Central African Republic, Djibouti, South Africa, Madagascar, Tunisia, Gambia, Togo, Equatorial Guinea, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Botswana, Mozambique, Comoros, Mauritius, Morocco, Ghana, Algeria, Chad, Cabo Verde, Namibia, Somalia, Niger, Seychelles, Congo, Zimbabwe, Senegal, Kenya, Sierra Leone, Guinea, Mali, Eritrea, South Sudan, Egypt, Gabon, Malawi, Angola, Eswatini, Uganda, Côte d'Ivoire, Nigeria, Lesotho, Ethiopia, Sao Tome & Principe, Libya, Zambia, DR Congo
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The Food & Agri Accelerator, developed by Innovate47, is a two-month virtual program designed to equip early-stage startups with the tools, expertise, and network needed to scale their solutions in the food and agriculture sector. The initiative focuses on sustainability, market access, and business growth, providing a structured path from idea validation to investor readiness.

Program Benefits

  • Sustainable Practices
    Specialized coaching helps startups integrate regenerative and sustainable farming principles into their operations.
  • Market & Supply Chain
    Participants gain access to a network of distributors, retailers, and food service partners to expand their reach.
  • Agri Mentorship
    Startups connect with mentors experienced in agricultural technology, soil science, crop management, and food processing.
  • Innovation & R&D
    Support is provided for refining precision agriculture tools, food innovations, and data-driven technologies.
  • Regulatory Guidance
    Guidance is offered to navigate agricultural compliance, certifications, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Community & Collaboration
    Startups join a cohort of agri-tech peers, building valuable partnerships and networks.

Program Structure

Month 1 – Foundation & Execution

  • Week 1: Problem-Solution Fit – Focus on customer discovery and value proposition.
  • Week 2: Product Development – Build an MVP or prototype to test solutions.
  • Week 3: Go-to-Market Strategy – Develop a plan for customer acquisition and partnerships.
  • Week 4: Market & Regulatory Access – Learn to navigate food and agriculture regulations.

Month 2 – Scale & Fundraising

  • Week 5: Pitch Deck Development – Create an investor-ready presentation.
  • Week 6: Fundraising Strategy – Understand how to identify investors and manage due diligence.
  • Week 7: Pitch Practice – Refine and rehearse pitching with expert feedback.
  • Week 8: Demo Day Showcase – Present to investors, partners, and media (selected startups only).

Eligibility Criteria

  • Agri Focus – Solutions must address agriculture, food, or sustainability challenges.
  • Passion & Commitment – Teams must be dedicated full-time to the venture.
  • Global Impact – Startups should aim for scalable solutions with strong systemic impact.
  • Scalability & Impact – Ventures must demonstrate potential for environmental and social value.
  • Stage Agnostic – Open to startups at all stages, from concept to established business.
  • For-Profit & Sustainable – Applicants should operate as for-profit entities with financial sustainability in mind.
  • Language Proficiency – All activities are conducted in English, requiring strong language skills.

The Food & Agri Accelerator seeks to empower entrepreneurs who are reimagining the future of food and agriculture. Through tailored mentorship, hands-on workshops, and exposure to investors and partners, the program provides a platform for startups to refine their models and scale their impact. Interested applicants can learn more about the program details and application process directly through Innovate47.