Fuelling early-stage founders to break ground and grow fast
Build a better startup with our targeted cohort sprints. De-risk and accelerate your growth. Co-develop your agrifood-tech journey with expert guidance.
Program Overview
We get it—building an agrifood-tech startup isn’t easy. That’s why we created this structured program to help you build smarter and grow faster.
Think of it as your go-to support system. We’ll connect you with the tools, insights, and people you need to navigate this stage. From access to our network of experts, coaches, end-users, and investors, to resources tailored to your journey—we’ve got your back.
You’ll get high-quality programming over a 3-4 month period, dedicated support, and a vibrant community of fellow founders who are on the same path.
This program is for you
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Actively working on an early stage agrifood-tech startup
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Have a prototype or in the process of building an early prototype
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Are looking for dedicated support to launch your first go-to-market strategy
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Are ready to test and refine your problem:solution fit
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Are looking to establish critical business foundations for growth
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Have some evidence of customer validation
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Are looking to develop your network
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Are wanting tailored support with a cohort
Your Investment
Thanks to the support of our industry and government partners we are offering scholarships across our programs of $750 + GST (usually valued at $10K+) to make these programs accessible to early stage founders. The QLD VCDF program has been fully subsidised.
Payment plans are also available and for those founders who have a genuine inability to pay, Farmers2Founders will look to contribute where possible.
Program Perks
Program Perks
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Access Expert Mentorship
Benefit from guidance and mentorship from industry leaders, advisors and experienced entrepreneurs who understand the unique challenges and opportunities in the agriculture sector.
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Gain Valuable Insights
Tap into our network of subject matter specialists across technology, product, go-to-market & storytelling to gain valuable insights into customer needs, emerging technologies and trends.
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Refine Your Roadmap
Develop your market entry roadmap with our team of dedicated business coaches and executives.
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Access Funding Opportunities
Connect with investors, industry funding bodies, and industry mentors interested in supporting agrifood-tech innovations.
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Network with Peers
Join a vibrant community of like-minded founders who share your passion for innovation in ag + food. Build meaningful connections, collaborate on projects, and learn from each other's experiences.
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Access A Growth Pathway
These programs are a stepping stone into our Farmers2Founder growth studio and we regularly assess high potential startups throughout the program.
Open Programs
Eligibility
Our early stage programs run regularly throughout the year. Some of these initiatives will have a specific location or sector focus. These programs are a best fit for early stage agrifood-tech founders who are actively working on their business, with demonstrated customer desirability and validation and are in the process of building early prototypes.
Your business must be solving challenges in the agrifood sector with a strong technology base and working towards a clear IP strategy. We strongly encourage you to be building a diverse team.
The minimum eligibility criteria includes:
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At least one founder must be working on their agrifood-tech startup full-time or have a clear plan to move into this position very soon
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Founder can commit to the program full-time including participation in the face-to-face bootcamps
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Startup needs to have a prototype and initial pitch deck
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Be willing to spend at least 10 hours per week over a number of months
Our Partners
Key Focus Areas
We work with the best founders who are operating in innovative areas across agtech, foodtech and climate tech, solving critical challenges for agriculture and food industry.
Animal Health & Productivity
Carbon Market Solutions
Data Optimisation & Analytics
Drought Resilience
Field & Crop Monitoring/Productivity
Precision Farming & Conservation
Robotics & Automation
Supply Chain & Traceability
Sustainability
Biomaterials
Waste Reduction & Circular Economies
Novel Food & Bioprocesses
