startlife partners with corteva agriscience to boost agrifoodtech innovation
startlife and corteva agriscience collaborate to enhance agrifoodtech innovation by sharing expertise and supporting startups in the ecosystem.
Introduction to the Collaboration
StartLife, a prominent European AgriFood accelerator, has entered into a strategic partnership with Corteva Agriscience. The collaboration aims to share critical expertise within the AgriFoodTech sector, thereby enhancing the startup and investor ecosystem. This partnership is a significant step towards fostering innovation in the AgriFood value chain, by facilitating knowledge sharing between corporate players, startups, and investors.
Benefits of the Partnership
The partnership between StartLife and Corteva Agriscience promises several benefits. By leveraging Corteva’s extensive research and development pipeline, startups affiliated with StartLife will gain valuable insights and support. This will accelerate their path to market and enhance their ability to scale breakthrough technologies into real-world commercial applications. According to Laura Thissen, Interim Managing Director of StartLife, this collaboration provides startups with essential insights and support to fast-track their market entry.
How the Collaboration Works
Corteva Agriscience, a global leader in agriculture, will utilize its Corteva Catalyst platform to focus on investments and partnerships that aim to commercialize agricultural innovations. Tom Greene from Corteva Catalyst emphasized the importance of connecting with early-stage startups that align with their research priorities. This collaboration will be highlighted at StartLife’s F&A Next summit in Wageningen on 22nd and 23rd May 2024. The summit will serve as a platform for startups to gain exposure and connect with potential investors and partners.
About StartLife and Corteva Agriscience
StartLife, co-founded by Wageningen University & Research in 2010, is Europe’s leading startup accelerator in the AgriFoodTech sector. It supports hundreds of startups worldwide, with notable partners such as Astanor, Anterra Capital, The YieldLab, and Rabobank. Corteva Agriscience, on the other hand, is dedicated to promoting innovative solutions in the agricultural landscape. Their combined efforts aim to deliver positive changes in the AgriFood value chain by fostering collaboration and innovation.
Conclusion
The partnership between StartLife and Corteva Agriscience marks a significant milestone in the AgriFoodTech sector. By sharing expertise and fostering innovation, they are set to enhance the startup and investor ecosystem. This collaboration not only aims to accelerate the commercialization of agricultural innovations but also to pave the way for a more sustainable and efficient AgriFood value chain.