IFA/UM6P Africa AgTech Startup Showcase for African Entrepreneurs 2023

Do you want to connect with professionals in plant nutrition and farming?   

Would you like to be more  actively  engaged in the transformation of African agriculture at a time when we need to produce more, more efficiently?  

If so, then do not wait any longer! 

The International Fertilizer Association (IFA) and Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) are accepting applications for the Africa AgTech Startup Showcase from entrepreneurs providing innovative solutions for improving crop yield and quality, improving soil health, improving nutrient management performance, and facilitating market access. Selected startups will be awarded a cash prize of €20,000 and the opportunity to showcase their startup solution at the IFA annual conference.

About International Fertilizer Association(IFA)

IFA is the only global fertilizer association and has a membership of some 400 entities, encompassing companies across the fertilizer value chain from producers through traders and distributors and service providers to advisors, research organizations and NGOs. Our members decide together on areas of common interest, joint actions and positions with regard to complex issues facing the industry today. IFA events facilitate the sharing of information and best practices. Joining IFA's thematic Committees, Working Groups or Task Forces expands members' knowledge and contacts and allows ... read more

IFA/UM6P Africa AgTech Startup Showcase

Aim and Benefits of IFA/UM6P Africa AgTech Startup Showcase

• Enjoy privileged access to a network of professionals and experts in the fertilizer industry

Requirements for IFA/UM6P Africa AgTech Startup Showcase Qualification

To be eligible, startups must meet the following criteria:

• The startup already has a minimum viable product (MVP).
• The startup has received less than € 20 million in funding since its establishment from external sources and is less than 10 years old.
• The startup provides an innovative solution to improve crop yield and quality, improve soil health, improve nutrient management performance, or facilitate market access.
• The product or service is operational or has been demonstrated.
• The startup is already active on the African continent or has strong potential to solve one of the continent’s agricultural challenges.

Interview date, Process and Venue for IFA/UM6P Africa AgTech Startup Showcase

Selection Process

A panel of experts will select 5 to 10 start-ups with the most relevant solutions to participate in the start-up showcase that will take place in May 2023 during the IFA Annual Conference, the largest annual gathering of the world plant nutrition industry.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details,visit IFA website