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CropIB 2026: Exploring New Frontiers in Crop Innovation
The International CROP Innovation & Business (CropIB) 2026 conference will take place in Wageningen, the Netherlands , bringing together leading experts, companies, researchers, and innovators from across the global agri-food sector. Hosted at Wageningen University & Research , the event will focus on the theme “New Frontiers: exploring breakthroughs in technologies, talent, startups, and crops shaping the future of crop innovation.” Day 1 of the conference will set the stage with a...
Community Workshop: Navigating EU Regulatory Requirements for Innovative Food Products
StartLife is hosting a practical, hybrid workshop on 18 February 2026 tailored to innovators and startups working on new food products who are looking to understand and navigate the complex EU regulatory landscape . The session, Navigating EU Regulatory Requirements for Innovative Food Products , will take place at Wageningen Campus (Bronland 10-D, the Netherlands) from 15:30–17:00 CET and will also be available via a hybrid format. It is designed to help founders, product developers and...
Hybrid Workshop: Intellectual Property Protection in Partnerships and Collaborations
StartLife is hosting a practical hybrid workshop on 4 March 2026 focused on Intellectual Property Protection in Partnerships and Collaborations , designed for founders, innovators, and teams developing new solutions in the agrifoodtech space. This session will take place from 15:30–17:00 CET at Wageningen Campus (Bronland 10-D, the Netherlands) and online, offering participants expert guidance on how to strategically protect and manage intellectual property (IP) when working with partners...
EU–INC: A New Pan-European Company Structure to Supercharge Innovation
The EU–INC initiative is a community-driven effort to create a truly pan-European corporate framework that makes it easier to incorporate, raise capital, hire talent, and scale companies across the EU . Today, innovative companies face major barriers when expanding across borders: fragmented legal systems, inconsistent investment rules, and complex compliance requirements. EU–INC addresses these challenges by proposing a standardized EU-level company structure that would exist alongside...
EIT Food Calls for Proposals 2026: Strategic Opportunities for Agrifood Innovators
Europe’s agrifood system is at a turning point. Climate change, biodiversity loss, rising production costs, market volatility and skills gaps are putting unprecedented pressure on farmers, startups, researchers and policymakers. At the same time, innovation in food, agriculture and biotechnology has never been more critical. Against this backdrop, EIT Food has published its Calls for Proposals 2026 , outlining a comprehensive portfolio of funding, programmes and partnership opportunities for...
EU funding updates
Between changing templates, faster timelines and newly opened Calls, Horizon Europe is entering another busy phase (again!). This edition helps you navigate the updates and shines a light on the most recently announced opportunities, including those in the environment, food and hydrogen fields. And if you are planning to apply, I have something for you too. Important changes to Horizon Europe proposal templates and Call procedures from 2026 New Horizon Europe Calls published as of 2026...
Bulgaria Launches this year's Startup Visa certificate procedure for High-Tech and Innovative Projects
The Bulgarian Ministry of Innovation and Growth has announced the launch of the application process for VISA-1.001 – Certificate for a High-Tech and/or Innovative Project , commonly referred to as the Startup Visa . 📅 Applications open on 2 January 2026 and are submitted entirely online through the Information System for Management and Monitoring of EU Funds in Bulgaria (ISUN 2020) . What is the Startup Visa? The Startup Visa is an official certificate that allows foreign citizens from third...
AgriVentures Retreat in Melnik
From 13 to 15 February , the AgriVentures community is heading south for a winter retreat focused on connection, reflection, and innovation at the intersection of agriculture, wine, and entrepreneurship. Our destination is Melnik – Bulgaria’s smallest town, yet one of its richest in wine heritage, history, and terroir. Surrounded by vineyards and iconic sandstone formations, Melnik offers an inspiring setting to step back from day-to-day operations and engage in deeper conversations. Why...
Rosey’s Mark Selected as a Finalist in She’s Next by Visa
We are proud to share that Rosey’s Mark , a member of the Agriventures community, has been selected among the finalists of She’s Next by Visa —a global initiative by Visa dedicated to empowering women-led businesses through education, mentorship, and grant funding. She’s Next by Visa: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs She’s Next by Visa supports female founders by providing: Targeted business training Access to experienced mentors Opportunities for grant financing The second season of the...
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