Sairme Recreational Farm, in collaboration with the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship of Caucasus University, announces the launch of AgriPreneur Sprint, an 8-week intensive pre-acceleration program designed for aspiring entrepreneurs in the agricultural sector.
AgriPreneur Sprint is an 8-week intensive program aimed at strengthening micro and small farm startups operating in the agricultural sector and realizing their business ideas.
Docus areas include:
- Livestock farming
- Dairy production
- Beekeeping
- Fishing
The pre-acceleration phase is designed for entrepreneurs and startups at the early stage of development who wish to further advance their ideas or businesses through modern, innovative, and sector-specific approaches.
Who can participate?
Both individual entrepreneurs and teams are eligible to apply, provided they meet the following criteria:
- Have an innovative idea or an existing small agribusiness;
- Are ready to participate in the full, 8-week program.
A total of 10–12 teams or entrepreneurs will be selected to take part in the program. Participants will have the opportunity to develop their ideas with the support of mentors, practical sessions, and field visits.
Program components:
- Weekly online sessions with lectures and case workshops;
- Individual mentoring;
- Industrial visits;
- Specially designed tasks and resources;
- A final event, Demo Day, where participants will present their ideas to a panel of investors, industry experts, and ecosystem representatives, with the opportunity to attract investment.
Following the pre-acceleration program, selected teams will continue to a 6-week acceleration program “Farm-to-Market Sprint” focused on product development, access to sales channels, and strengthening investment readiness. Within this framework, participants may also receive additional investment to expand production, with the support of Sairme Recreational Farm.
As part of the acceleration program, participants will be able to receive additional investment to expand production with the support of the Sairme Recreational Farm.
To register, visit the link.
Applications deadline - October 5.