Accelerate impact with
a clear path to market
Join our guided growth program for early-stage startups with strong technical foundations and the ambition to scale. Get tailored guidance, real-world insights, and a blueprint for scaling.
Join our AgTech Launchpad!
✔️ Find the right market, and learn how to reach it
✔️ Includes comprehensive market readiness assessment
✔️ Guided by seasoned AgTech GTM experts
Do you recognize this?
This program is built for early-stage AgTech innovators who are navigating the challenging transition from breakthrough technology to real-world impact.
You’re:
Building breakthrough technology but need help finding the right market
Facing complex regulatory requirements with limited support
Juggling GTM planning, product development, and fundraising without a clear roadmap
Looking for honest feedback and mentorship from people who've done it before
Not ready (yet) for an accelerator, but ready to grow
If you recognize yourself in any of these, this is the right place for you.
From idea to impact: what we help you achieve
Our mission is to help you turn your innovation into measurable impact. Throughout the program, you’ll gain:
A clear understanding of your market opportunity and potential
Insight into value chains, key stakeholders, and decision-making structures
A plan to translate your technology into a compelling value proposition
Clarity around regulatory pathways and approval timelines
Honest feedback on your pitch deck and fundraising strategy
A tailored readiness assessment & go-to-market blueprint to help you focus your next 6-12 months
What’s inside the program?
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What’s inside the program? *
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We start off with a deep dive into your startup. What are you working on? Where are you stuck? What are your goals? This sets the stage for a tailored growth trajectory that meets you where you are.
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Using our proven assessment, we evaluate your startup’s readiness across five critical dimensions: technology, regulatory, manufacturing, commercial, and financial. You will get a custom scorecard that highlights where you stand, and what to work on. This becomes your go-to-market compass.
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We kick-off the program with a Takeoff Event to meet your fellow startups, mentors and partners on a rustic farming location. Connect with peers and experts for a full-day strategy immersion.
Expect:
Expert insights on go-to-market, regulations, and funding challenges
Hands-on workshops where you work directly on your own business
Peer exchanges with fellow founders facing similar hurdles
And maybe even a special guest to challenge your assumptions and expand your perspective…
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Join 4 interactive discussions with seasoned AgTech operators and specialists. Topics include:
Product development: Translating R&D into field-ready solutions
Market intelligence: Sector dynamics, value chain, customer discovery
Regulatory affairs: Navigating global regulations, product registration & compliance
Commercial & business strategy: Positioning, channels, pricing and pilot design
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Get 10 hours of mentorship by experienced experts over the next 3 months
Join our monthly group calls
Get up to 2 hours of 1:1 mentorship per month
Bring your deck, your challenges, and your ideas. These calls are designed to give you honest feedback and targeted support.
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Get access to a WhatsApp group of mentors and peers throughout the course of the program. Ask questions, share wins, and stay connected between sessions!
Meet your mentors
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Dr. Willem Ravensberg
Bioprotection & Global Regulatory Affairs
Willem is a pioneer in biological crop protection, with 40+ years of experience in product development and global registration. He played a leading role in advancing biocontrol within Europe, shaping regulatory frameworks and industry standards through his work with Koppert, IBMA, CABI, and numerous biocontrol companies. He mentors startups on the difficult journey to market, dealing with product & regulatory hurdles.
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Prof. Ralf-Udo Ehlers
Biocontrol & Nematode Technology
Ralf has 30 years of experience in nematode-based biocontrol and biological crop protection. Ralf founded e-nema which scaled to 70+ employees and distributes products globally before exiting in 2023. He advises startups on product development, industrial scale-up, regulatory strategy, and field adoption, helping to translate complex biological innovations into commercially viable solutions.
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Manuele Ricci
Product Development & Bioprotection
Manuele has worked in the field of Biopesticides and Biostimulants for 38+ years and has led R&D and regulatory initiatives across continents for companies like Aphea.bio, Lallemand Plant Care, AgraQuest & Bayer CropScience. He advises startups on AgTech Development, dealing with challenges ranging from COGS to registrations.
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Evert Hamblok
Business & Go-to-market Strategy
Evert is a biologist with 20+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, including 7 years at Koppert where he led the global Market Access team and became Sustainability Lead for positive impact. In 2023 he launched HeyFever Consulting, where he advises innovators like Reka Soil, Zymofix and VitalFluid on business development & go-to-market strategy.
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Fulvio Berton
Commercial strategy & business development
Fulvio has 35+ years of leadership in agribusiness, driving global growth at Syngenta, Novartis, Monsanto, Top Seeds International and Limagrain. He supports startups on commercial strategy, market intelligence and partnership building, helping them position for expansion and scale sustainably.
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Maurits Terheijden
Market intelligence & go-to-market
Maurits brings deep market understanding from two decades in agribusiness & biocontrol working at companies like De Ruiterer Seeds, Monstano, Dümmen Orange and Koppert. He help startups understand the market landscape, value chains, and identify key stakeholders to make informed go-to-market decisions.
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Iñaki Azcona
Biostimulants & Biopesticides Development
Iñaki has over 15 years of experience in agricultural biotechnology, specializing in mycorrhizal research, biostimulants, and biopesticides at companies like Koppert, Timac Agro, Kimitic & Mycointech before founding MicroNeoX. He mentors startups on developing field-ready products and scaling from lab to industrial production.
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Michele Langenfeld
Global Regulatory Affairs
Michelle has 20 years of experience in global regulatory affairs working with companies like Anthesis Group, BiOWiSH Technologies, Azotic, GreenA and Reka Soil. She mentors startups on navigating regulatory pathways, preparing registration dossiers and compliance strategies.
A network that opens doors
The launchpad program isn’t just about the 3-6 months of guidance you get, but about the insights and connections you keep for life. You’ll tap into a strong global network of:
Founders solving similar challenges at different levels
Sector-specific experts in Go-to-market, regulatory and product development
Investors, regulators & corporate partners who understand early-stage innovation
Mentors who help you move from insight to action
Let’s build your Agtech Go-To-Market strategy!
The Launchpad program is designed for early-stage AgTech startups who are serious about scaling from lab to field. Over the course of 3-6 months, you will get:
✅ 1:1 intake session to map your goals and challenges
✅ Readiness assessment & GTM blueprint with priorities for the next 6–12 months
✅ Takeoff Event - a full day of expert insights, networking, and hands-on workshops
✅ 4 expert workshops (bi-weekly, online) covering market intelligence, regulatory pathways, product-to-field challenges, and business strategy
✅ 10 hours of mentorship — mix of 1:1 and group calls with seasoned AgTech operators
✅ A strong community of peers, mentors, and partners
Start with a free intake session to assess your market readiness. We'll help you get clarity on next steps and determine if this program is the right fit. No strings attached.
* Frequently asked questions *
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Yes, we encourage it. Founding teams benefit most when they can divide and conquer — for example, one founder can focus on technical validation while another dives into GTM strategy. You can attend sessions together or split them based on focus areas. Just let us know who's joining during your intake.
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No, but you do need more than just an idea. This program is designed for startups that have validated the core technology or prototype and are now figuring out how to bring it to market. If you’re already building (or have built) something that works in the lab, but need clarity on market fit, regulation, or GTM, you're in the right place.
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The program is centered around you. You decide how much time you spend and when. We suggest ~4–6 hours per month for workshops, mentor calls, and reflection time but there’s flexibility. The program is designed to be actionable and support your goals without overwhelming your runway.
Ready to take the next step? 👋
Apply now for a free intake session where we explore how to achieve your goals faster, and if you are the right fit for this program. Want to join the next cohort? Apply now!