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We are excited to be part of this collaborative effort to accelerate innovation in agtech.  Unlocking innovation in the Americas is key to moving the needle on global food security and climate change. https://lnkd.in/eHhNMzEx

After more than six years of relationship building between our organizations in Latin America and the St. Louis region, emerging partnerships are set to drive economic growth locally and abroad while bolstering food security efforts. Building on the success of the inaugural Cultivar STL initiative, we are thrilled to announce the continuation of these collaborations through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between St. Louis, Missouri Partners (including Donald Danforth Plant Science Center and @BIOSTL) and The Yield Lab LATAM. This MOU aims to solidify roles and responsibilities for enhanced international collaboration, advancing the missions of each party and fostering economic success for startups, investors, corporations, and ecosystems across Latin America and St. Louis. Key areas of collaboration outlined in the MOU include: 👉Linking startups and corporate partners for potential business development connections. 👉Promoting exchanges and learning opportunities for early-adopter farmers/growers. 👉Strengthening support for emerging companies navigating cross-border business. 👉Promoting ecosystem learning, sharing, and capacity building through delegations and visits. Exciting times ahead as we work together to drive innovation and create positive impacts on a global scale!

We are excited to be part of this collaborative effort to accelerate innovation in agtech.  Unlocking innovation in the Americas is key to moving the needle on global food security and climate change. https://lnkd.in/eHhNMzEx

Fyi: #StLouisRegion Update: …”Building on the success of the inaugural #CultivarSTL initiative, we are thrilled to announce the continuation of these collaborations through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between St. Louis, Missouri Partners (including #DonaldDanforthPlantScienceCenter and @BIOSTL) and #TheYieldLab #LATAM.”… #StLouisRegionEcoSystemNetwork #StartLouis #StartLouisWhereStartUpsFoundersStart StartLouis web page (MeetUp) https://lnkd.in/e-iFnqj ….. All: “After more than six years of relationship building between our organizations in Latin America and the St. Louis region, emerging partnerships are set to drive economic growth locally and abroad while bolstering food security efforts. Building on the success of the inaugural Cultivar STL initiative, we are thrilled to announce the continuation of these collaborations through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between St. Louis, Missouri Partners (including Donald Danforth Plant Science Center and @BIOSTL) and The Yield Lab LATAM. This MOU aims to solidify roles and responsibilities for enhanced international collaboration, advancing the missions of each party and fostering economic success for startups, investors, corporations, and ecosystems across Latin America and St. Louis. Key areas of collaboration outlined in the MOU include: 👉Linking startups and corporate partners for potential business development connections. 👉Promoting exchanges and learning opportunities for early-adopter farmers/growers. 👉Strengthening support for emerging companies navigating cross-border business. 👉Promoting ecosystem learning, sharing, and capacity building through delegations and visits. Exciting times ahead as we work together to drive innovation and create positive impacts on a global scale!” ____

What an incredible workshop we had on "Partnering in Ecosystems"! It was the perfect complement to the Accelerator program "Fastlane," organized by Foodvalley NL and Invest-NL. Together with Mirjam Ros, whose extensive expertise is in Partnerships, Innovation, and IP, and leveraging my background in the Food Industry and Business Development, we took the time to dive deep into #PartnershipStrategies in relation to #Ecosystems and #Innovation. It was inspiring to see how all these companies—each in their own way—are driving change in the #FoodIndustry and working towards a more sustainable future. During this workshop we explored how #CollaborativeInnovation and #JointValueProposition are essential for long-term success and growth. Key discussions revolved around crucial topics like: - How to identify when a partner is a good fit - In which phase of innovation to engage a partner - What to establish before starting a partnership - The balance between open and closed innovation and partnership strategies Start-ups and scale-ups often face numerous opportunities that pop up along their growth journey. However, there's a critical balance between seizing opportunities on the go and consciously choosing the right partners with intention and strategy. Balancing intention with enthusiasm and optimism can be challenging, but key for #SustainableGrowth. We wrapped up the day by outlining a simple three-step plan to apply the insights and frameworks to build effective, strategic partnerships that can create new markets and ecosystems. A big thank you to everyone who participated for their insights, passion, and contributions. Special thanks to Minerve Vicente for the preparation and organization of this masterclass. It was a pleasure to be part of it! #collaborativeinnovation 🤝 Phycom Pablo Pena Willem Kuijsten MaGie Creations Madeleine Gielens Saia Agrobotics Ruud Barth PrimeJack®️ & FiberFoods Paul Schoenmakers Rik Hendriks Vivici Simon Penfold Stephan van Sint Fiet Marcel Wubbolts

We are excited to be part of this collaborative effort to accelerate innovation in agtech.  Unlocking innovation in the Americas is key to moving the needle on global food security and climate change. https://lnkd.in/eHhNMzEx

Phil Tickle, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Cibo Labs Pty Ltd, has been in the agtech game “since before agtech was ‘agtech'... and he's seen a culture shift, too. “What we’re seeing across the agtech industry now is the coming together of a bunch of very collegiate businesses who not only focus on what they’re good at, but at the same time, provide producers the ability to share and integrate across other specialty platforms. “Because it’s not about trying to solve everything ourselves. It’s about doing what you're good at and then collaborating to expand your impact.” Read why some of Aussie agtech’s biggest success stories – AgriWebb, Farmbot Monitoring Solutions, Pairtree Intelligence, Optiweigh and Cibo Labs Pty Ltd – are choosing collaboration over competition. And how beef producers are the ultimate winners 🥩 🥇 Read more, here: https://bit.ly/3ZL02RS

🌾 Attention Startups & SMEs in the South of Italy! Join Smarterra's Capacity Building Program and revolutionize the agrifood sector. By joining our program, you will: 🔸 Participate in tailor-made hybrid webinars: Gain valuable insights on financing, pitching, strategic business development, intellectual property strategy, leadership, and market orientation to prepare for both national and international interactions. 🔸 Engage in exclusive international roadshows: Travel to Germany, Sweden, and Denmark to meet with top investors and showcase the potential of the South of Italy's agrifood sector. 🔸 Receive comprehensive mentoring and coaching: Get personalized support from industry experts to refine your business strategies. 🔸 Access a global network of partners and experts: Build relationships with international stakeholders and regularly share co-branded content and opportunities through various digital channels. Take advantage of this opportunity to grow and innovate in the agrifood industry. First deadline: 21 July 2024, EOD. Start from September 1, 2024. Apply Today using this link: https://ow.ly/pOaI50SvRRn #Smarterra #Agrifood #Innovation #Sustainability #LocalEcosystems #TechForGood

🌾 Attention Startups & SMEs in the South of Italy! Join Smarterra's Capacity Building Program and revolutionize the agrifood sector. By joining our program, you will: 🔸 Participate in tailor-made hybrid webinars: Gain valuable insights on financing, pitching, strategic business development, intellectual property strategy, leadership, and market orientation to prepare for both national and international interactions. 🔸 Engage in exclusive international roadshows: Travel to Germany, Sweden, and Denmark to meet with top investors and showcase the potential of the South of Italy's agrifood sector. 🔸 Receive comprehensive mentoring and coaching: Get personalized support from industry experts to refine your business strategies. 🔸 Access a global network of partners and experts: Build relationships with international stakeholders and regularly share co-branded content and opportunities through various digital channels. Take advantage of this opportunity to grow and innovate in the agrifood industry. First deadline: 21 July 2024, EOD. Start from September 1, 2024. Apply Today using this link: https://ow.ly/pOaI50SvRRn #Smarterra #Agrifood #Innovation #Sustainability #LocalEcosystems #TechForGood

🎉 Celebrating Successful Growth with Our RisingFoodStars 2023 Cohort! 🎉 We're celebrating our 2023 RisingFoodStars members and it's time to shine a light on their remarkable journey within the EIT Food community! Joining us last year, these 13 scaleups have not only thrived but also exemplified innovation and resilience in the agri-food sector: BettaFish Bosque Foods CattleEye DIE FRISCHEMANUFAKTUR EcoBean ekolive FreshSens Green Spot Technologies Onego Bio Revo Foods Tilkal Uzaje Yangi® Selected from the top 10% of all applicants, these ventures have shown incredible progress, thanks to their dedication and our collective support. Over the past year, they've benefited from: 🌱 Tailored Mentorship: Working closely with industry leaders and over 150 partners, our scaleups received personalised guidance to navigate the complexities of scaling up in Europe. 💡 Expert Evaluation: With insights from more than 15 evaluators specialising in agri-food, business development, and investment, our members fine-tuned their strategies for exponential growth. 🌍 Networking Opportunities: From exclusive events to collaborative projects, our RisingFoodStars connected with key stakeholders, amplifying their impact across the continent. 🚀 Innovation Showcases: Through EIT Food's platforms, these scaleups shared their groundbreaking solutions with a wider audience, gaining visibility and attracting potential collaborators and investors. As we celebrate their achievements, let's also look forward to the continued success of our RisingFoodStars!   If you would like to become a RisingFoodStar, you can! Applications have been extended to March 8th so apply now! https://lnkd.in/eW3SW-Di   #RisingFoodStars #EITFood #AgriFoodTech #Innovation #ScaleupSuccess #AnniversaryCelebration