Deadline: 25th May 2025 | Pitch your agri-food innovation for a chance to secure up to $1M in investment.

The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge 2025 is calling on early-stage startups worldwide to present groundbreaking solutions addressing critical issues in agriculture and food systems. Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, this challenge seeks innovations that promote sustainability, resilience, and equity in the agri-food sector.

Eligibility:

  • Open to early-stage startups or entrepreneurs at the seed to Series A stage

  • Applicants from any country are welcome

  • Solutions should align with one or more of the challenge’s six key themes

  • Demonstrated impact on sustainability, carbon reduction, biodiversity, or other environmental aspects is highly valued

Description: The challenge focuses on six key themes:

  1. Regenerative Agriculture – Innovations in soil health, biodiversity, and sustainable farming practices

  2. Artificial Intelligence & Automation – AI-driven solutions for farm management, crop diagnostics, and supply chain optimization

  3. Animal Health & Nutrition – Advancements in precision nutrition, disease management, and livestock sustainability

  4. Clean Energy & Climate Tech – Renewable energy applications, carbon capture, and climate-smart agriculture technologies

  5. Water & Waste Management – Efficient irrigation, waste reduction, and circular water systems

  6. Post-Harvest & FoodTech – Innovations in food preservation, sustainable packaging, and novel food ingredients

Finalists will be selected from each theme to pitch their solutions at the THRIVE Global Impact Summit in Silicon Valley.

Benefits:

  • Two complimentary tickets to the summit and pre-summit networking reception

  • Personalized pitch coaching sessions

  • Exposure to top industry leaders during Virtual Pitch Day

  • A dedicated booth at the summit’s startup showcase

  • The winning company will receive the THRIVE Global Impact Challenge Award and up to $1M USD in investment from SVG Ventures

How to Apply:

  • Prepare a comprehensive application detailing your innovative solution and its alignment with the challenge themes

  • Submit your application through the official THRIVE Global Impact Challenge website

Find out more and apply at the official link below:

OFFICIAL LINK

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Apply before 25th May, 2025