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Highlights: Bootcamp— AgriTech4Egypt Innovation Challenge
No full textOn 10-13 June 2024, 50 of the most innovative minds in agri-tech came together in rural Belbeis, on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt, to connect, accelerate, and scale-up their solutions with the AgriTech4Egypt Innovation Challenge Bootcamp, powered by the CGIAR Accelerate for Impact Platform (A4IP) and supported by an international consortium of partners. Representing 25 teams from 11 nationalities and 5 CGIAR-led teams, these participants competed to move to the next stage of the challenge— the acceleration program
Consultation Workshop: Deep diving into the agri-tech innovation ecosystem in Egypt
No full textOn 7 February 2024 at the InterContinental Cairo Semiramis, CGIAR Centers – Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, ICARDA, IWMI, IFPRI, and supported by the CGIAR Accelerate for Impact Platform (A4IP) – in collaboration with the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology of Egypt (ASRT) and under the auspices of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Egypt (MOHESR) hosted the "Consultation Workshop: Deep Diving into the Agri-tech Innovation Ecosystem in Egypt".
Organized as part of CGIAR Regional Integrated Initiative Fragility to Resilience in Central and West Asia and North Africa (F2R-CWANA), this workshop convened 80 experts in agriculture and innovation for a multistakeholder dialogue about creating a conducive environment for testing, validating, and deploying agritech solutions to enhance the sustainability, resilience, and efficiency of agriculture in Egypt, all while boosting business competitiveness, attracting foreign investments, and empowering young talent. The feedback collected will support the design of the AgriTech4Egypt Innovation Challenge, to be launched in March 2024
AgriTech4Uzbekistan Innovation Challenge: Demo Day
No full textThe AgriTech4Uzbekistan Innovation Challenge is powered by the CGIAR Accelerate for Impact Platform and co-designed with CGIAR centers ICARDA, IWMI, and the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT. The project is implemented in collaboration with Hackonnect, IT Park, innoWIUT Entrepreneur’s Lab of Westminster International University in Tashkent, the United Nations Development Programme Uzbekistan, FAO, the Agency of Innovative Development under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan through the AKIS Center, Indorama, the Uzbekistan Venture Capital Association, the Tashkent State Agrarian University, and the International Agriculture University.
This project, organized as part of the CGIAR Research Integrated Initiative, Fragility to Resilience in Central and West Asia and North Africa (F2R-CWANA), aims to scout, accelerate, and fund science-based agri-food and climate-tech innovations (i.e., products, services, technologies) that can make agriculture in Uzbekistan sustainable, more efficient, and resilient to climate change while contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals.
The Demo Day event marks the culmination of a one-year project made up of business mentorship, technical assistance from CGIAR scientists, and networking opportunities. Rewatch the recording to learn from the 10 agri-tech innovation teams - Amudario Research LLC, Dehkanbaba, GeoAgro-Dehqon, GET Robotics, Growz, IWATER, mistEO, Piatrika Biosystems, WeavAir, ZeroEarthCompany, from 5 countries - Uzbekistan, India, Tanzania, Poland, and Egypt - pitch their solutions to the Selection Committee, industry experts, and investors, to secure funding that will enable them to introduce their products to the Uzbek market
RAMP - Research and Market Pathways Kickoff Event
No full textHave you envisioned your innovative solution thriving beyond the usual research grant period, creating a lasting impact? If so, check out the kickoff event to the new program, RAMP – Research and Market Pathways, which was held on Wednesday 16 October, 2024, at 15:00 CEST
CircularEconomy4Colombia: Bootcamp Highlight
No full textThe CircularEconomy4Colombia Innovation Challenge is an initiative aimed supporting Colombia’s transition to a circular economy within the agri-food sector. The challenge seeks to boost and scale up high-impact, science-backed, context-specific solutions that enhance resource efficiency, reduce waste and deforestation, and promote sustainable development in Colombia. As part of this challenge, 21 selected teams had the opportunity to join a fully funded 3-day in-person bootcamp on 9-11 October, 2024, at the Alliance Bioversity and CIAT Palmira Campus in Colombia
Highlights: AgriTech4Kenya Consultation Workshop and Launch
No full textKenya faces significant challenges in achieving food security despite its fertile land. With annual food imports exceeding USD 1.1 billion and rising, and climate change impacts and urbanization intensifying, there's an urgent need for innovative solutions. The AgriTech4Kenya Innovation Challenge aims to address these issues by fostering science-based agri-tech innovations that are localized within the national context and driven by market demand. By bridging the gap between research and market adoption, the initiative supports sustainability, resilience, and efficiency in Kenya’s agriculture. On April, 16, 2024, a high-consultation workshop brought together key stakeholders to explore the agri-tech innovation landscape in Kenya
AgriTech4Kenya Innovation Challenge 2024: Bootcamp Highlight
No full textAs part of the AgriTech4Kenya Innovation Challenge, 25 selected teams converged in Limuru, Kenya, for a dynamic and interactive Bootcamp experience, from November 25th to 29th, 2024. This intensive four-day event provided participants with tailored technical mentorship, business strategy sessions, a field visit, and invaluable networking opportunities
AgriTech4Kenya Bootcamp Pitch Event: Live Session Recording
No full textFrom November 25th to 29th, 2024, 25 selected teams converged in Limuru, Kenya, for a dynamic and interactive Bootcamp experience. This intensive four-day event provided participants with tailored technical mentorship, business strategy sessions, a field visit, and invaluable networking opportunities. The highlight of the Bootcamp was the Pitch Event on November 29th, held during Kenya Innovation Week. Here, innovators showcased their groundbreaking solutions to a distinguished panel of industry leaders, investors, and strategic partners
Ask me anything session about CircularEconomy4Colombia
No full textRewatch CircularEconomy4Colombia Innovation Challenge Ask Me Anything - Session from 30 July, 2024
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