AgriNext Launchpad

Pioneering the Future of Agriculture

A new initiative from AgriNext to spotlight early-stage innovators shaping the future of agtech and agribusiness.

This exclusive program will feature a select group of emerging startups driving fresh thinking, sustainable solutions, and transformative technologies across the agriculture sector.

About AgriNext Launchpad

AgriNext Launchpad provides visibility and credibility to the next generation of ag-innovators.

Participants will be profiled in the lead-up to AgriNext 2026, with opportunities for exposure across media, marketing, and event platforms.

This is an invite-only and limited initiative — only a small number of businesses will be selected.

Eligibility Guidelines

To be considered, applicants must:

  • Be an early-stage or start-up business (typically founded within the last 5 years).
  • Have an annual turnover under AUD $2 million.
  • Offer a product, service, or innovation relevant to the agriculture, agtech, sustainability, or food production sectors.
  • Be available to participate in media, marketing, or event-related activities associated with AgriNext.
  • Maintain confidentiality of the program details until the official announcement.

Selection Process

  • Participation is via application or direct invitation.
  • Limited places available – only a small number of startups will be profiled.
  • Outreach will be targeted 1-to-1 to new contacts (not those already engaged).
  • A staged rollout will allow for feedback and refinement before wider promotion.

Terms & Conditions

  • Applicants must meet all eligibility criteria outlined in the AgriNext Launchpad guidelines (early-stage/start-up, under 5 years old, annual turnover under AUD $2 million).
  • AgriNext reserves the right to verify eligibility and request supporting documentation.
  • Participation is by application or direct invitation only.
  • Selection decisions are made solely at the discretion of Expertise Events/AgriNext and are final.
  • Submission of an application does not guarantee selection.
  • Participants must not disclose any program details, announcements, or promotional materials until AgriNext has made the official public release.
  • Breach of confidentiality may result in removal from the initiative.
  • Selected businesses agree to participate in marketing, media, and promotional activities coordinated by AgriNext.
  • AgriNext may use participant names, logos, and non-confidential business descriptions in promotional materials.
  • Participants retain full ownership of their intellectual property and business content.
  • o There is no fee to apply or participate in the AgriNext Launchpad.
  • Participation does not guarantee exhibition space, funding, or commercial partnership unless otherwise agreed in writing.
  • Participants may withdraw from the program at any time with written notice to AgriNext, acknowledging that published materials may not be retracted once released.
  • AgriNext reserves the right to modify, postpone, or cancel the program at its discretion.