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Scale-Up Immersion Program Grant

In context

This call is open to startups and small and medium-sized businesses, at Series A, Series B and growth stage and scale-up and mature. Funding is an accelerator programme.

Summary

An immersion program for agrifoodtech scale-ups seeking to accelerate growth through strategic mentorship and industry networking. The program targets companies in the agriculture and food technology sector at the scaling stage.

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About this grant

The Scale-Up Immersion Program is offered by THRIVE AgTech Programs as part of their suite of Scale-Up Programs designed to fast-track the growth of agrifoodtech scale-ups. The program equips participating companies with strategic guidance, industry connections, and resources necessary to compete in global markets. It is aimed at companies that have progressed beyond early validation and are seeking to accelerate their commercial growth trajectory. THRIVE positions this program alongside its Global Impact Accelerator Program within its Scale-Up offering, supporting founders at a stage between Series A and beyond. The broader THRIVE ecosystem includes corporate partners, mentors, and investors, providing scale-ups with access to a comprehensive network of agrifood industry stakeholders. The program reflects THRIVE's overall mission of creating innovative solutions in the agtech sector to provide food security by maximizing the efficiency of agricultural inputs and outputs, connecting startups with the knowledge, capital, and commercial relationships needed to thrive at scale.

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Eligibility

The Scale-Up Immersion Program is intended for agrifoodtech companies that are at a scale-up stage, generally meaning they have progressed past seed and early Series A funding and are looking to fast-track growth in competitive global markets. Applicants should be operating in the food and agriculture technology sector. No specific geographic restrictions are described on this page, though THRIVE operates globally with a strong North American presence. Specific stage, revenue, or prior-recipient requirements are not detailed on this page.

How it's scored

No specific evaluation criteria, scoring rubrics, or panel composition details are provided on this page for the Scale-Up Immersion Program.

Key requirements

  • ✓Company must be an agrifoodtech scale-up
  • ✓Focus on growth acceleration and strategic scaling
  • ✓Participation in immersion program format

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for Scale-Up Immersion Program?
Eligibility covers startup, sme. See the eligibility criteria above for the full conditions.

About this sector

Food systems funding covers sustainable production, supply-chain resilience, food loss, nutrition and smallholder livelihoods. It is offered by agriculture and development agencies, multilateral programmes and foundations, often with a focus on low- and middle-income countries. Applicants are generally asked to show local partnerships and how benefits reach farmers or consumers.