Singapore and Thailand Agrifoodtech – Canadian Technology Accelerator

Deadline: 21 August 2024

The Government of Canada is pleased to announce the Singapore and Thailand agrifoodtech – Canadian Technology Accelerator to provide an opportunity for Canadian agrifoodtech companies seeking new partnerships, customer acquisitions and local business know-how.

With limited resources and land scarcity, Singapore continues to lead in the adoption of innovative agrifood technologies. By 2030, the urban island seeks to produce 30% of its nutritional needs through the “30 by 30” goal. Thailand is also embracing innovation and digital transformation of the country’s food and agriculture industry, under the national “Thailand 4.0” economic model.

Both markets are actively seeking unique agrifoodtech solutions and if you are looking for existing and new growth opportunities, the Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) in Singapore invites you to join the program at no cost.

Benefits

The CTA will give you:
- networking opportunities and the opportunity to present to potential buyers, strategic partners and investors in the agrifood ecosystems
- access to market intelligence and strategic guidance on entering the Singapore and Thailand markets
- personalized mentorship and coaching from our in-market experts
- a platform to validate and localize your go-to-market plans

How the program works?

The CTA program offers a mix of (90%) virtual sessions and (10%) in-person participation in an international tradeshow. The program includes:
- market briefings on doing business in Singapore and Thailand.
- tailored mentorship and coaching.
- business travel to Singapore and participation in the Agri-food Tech Expo (AFTEA) from November 19 to 21.
- an opportunity to pitch in front of a curated audience.
- Business-to-Business (B2B) match-making with business leads and investors.

Who should apply?

Companies must be interested in expanding into Singapore and/or Thailand. They are looking for high-potential, scale-up stage companies with upstream and midstream technologies:
- Agtech
  - Farm management software
  - IoT and sensors
  - Aquaculture
  - Smart and urban farming
  - Seeds genetic
  - Drone technology
- Future foods
  - Cultured meat
  - Alternative protein
  - Fermentation
  - Insect protein
  - Dairy alternatives
  - Algae
  - Novel Ingredients
- Food safety, security and sustainability
  - Intelligent supply chain
  - Shelf-life extension
  - Logistic and transport
  - Traceability
  - Waste management and valorization
  - Energy efficiency and reduction
Your company must have:
- a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) business number.
- an existing market traction (i.e., pilot, prototype, and commercialization) in North America, Europe or Asia.
- a passionate and committed team with market-entry goals for Singapore and other Southeast Asia markets.
- an experienced and strong executive team, with at least one senior member able to commit to the entire program.