IFA/UM6P 2023 Africa AgTech Startup Showcase for African Entrepreneurs

Published: 21 Oct 2022 1,427 views

Are you an Agtech entrepreneur?

Do you have a solution for one of the problems facing African agriculture? 

Do you want to connect with professionals in plant nutrition and farming?   

Would you like to be more  actively  engaged in the transformation
of African agriculture at a time when we need to produce more, more efficiently?  

If so, then do not wait any longer! 

The International Fertilizer Association (IFA) and Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) are accepting applications for the Africa AgTech Startup Showcase from entrepreneurs providing innovative solutions for improving crop yield and quality, improving soil health, improving nutrient management performance, and facilitating market access. Selected startups will be awarded a cash prize of €20,000 and the opportunity to showcase their startup solution at the IFA annual conference.

IFA Africa AgTech Startup Showcase

Benefits of IFA Africa AgTech Startup Showcase

• Enjoy privileged access to a network of professionals and experts in the fertilizer industry

Requirements for IFA Africa AgTech Startup Showcase

To be eligible, startups must meet the following criteria:

• The startup already has a minimum viable product (MVP).
• The startup has received less than € 20 million in funding since its establishment from external sources and is less than 10 years old.
• The startup provides an innovative solution to improve crop yield and quality, improve soil health, improve nutrient management performance, or facilitate market access.
• The product or service is operational or has been demonstrated.
• The startup is already active on the African continent or has strong potential to solve one of the continent’s agricultural challenges.

Selection Process

Selection Process

A panel of experts will select 5 to 10 start-ups with the most relevant solutions to participate in the start-up showcase that will take place in May 2023 during the IFA Annual Conference, the largest annual gathering of the world plant nutrition industry.

Application Deadline

How to Apply