Deadline Date: May 15, 2026
The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge is pleased to announce its applications to identify and support startups developing scalable solutions to critical challenges across agriculture and food systems.
The challenge focuses on six key themes that drive innovation toward a sustainable and resilient future, including regenerative agriculture, artificial intelligence automation, animal health and nutrition, climate resilience, water and waste management, and food security and nutrition.
The initiative serves as a platform to accelerate partnerships, unlock capital, and enable global expansion for emerging startups working in the agrifood sector. It highlights the urgent need for innovation in addressing issues such as climate resilience, sustainability, and equitable food access while fostering collaboration among entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders.
Selected finalists will compete for up to $1 million in investment while presenting their solutions at the THRIVE Global Impact Summit in Silicon Valley on October 15. The summit provides a premier platform for agrifood and climate innovation, bringing together global CEOs, policymakers, investors, and entrepreneurs. Finalists will receive opportunities including expert pitch coaching, access to networking and partnerships, participation in a virtual pitch day, and global exposure through a dedicated startup showcase.
Eligible applicants must be early-stage startups or entrepreneurs at the seed to Series A stage with solutions that demonstrate strong potential for scalability and growth. The challenge welcomes global applicants from any country or region, encouraging diverse perspectives and international collaboration. Applicants are required to align their solutions with one or more of the specified themes and clearly demonstrate measurable climate or environmental impact, such as improvements in sustainability, carbon reduction, biodiversity, or resource efficiency.
For more information, visit THRIVE.
