Entry criteria

There is no geographical limitation for application, companies from all around the world are encouraged to apply if they meet the following minimum criteria.

From…

Seed to Series B growth stage.

Must be…

an innovative tech company challenging the status quo in the agrifood industry.

Is privately held…

often with venture capital investors or bootstrapped.

Cannot…

be a spin-off from a large conglomerate.

Must have...

revenue or at least minimal traction.

Finalists are required…

to attend Food Tech Congress and pitch at Food Tech Challengers finals (C level or Founder level).

Evaluation criteria

All applications will be assessed according to the following criteria.

PROBLEM

clarity, relevance, importance, etc.

PRODUCT/ SERVICE

core revenue model, differentiation, competition, etc.

GO TO MARKET

understanding of target, scalability, etc.

PROGRESS/ TRACTION

market fit, roadmap, etc.

TEAM

experience, competence, balance, etc.

FINANCING

potential of securing the next investment, etc.