THE FOOD + AG TECH ACCELERATOR

TERRA is a first-of-its-kind program bringing together the industry’s most disruptive startups and progressive corporations to fuel cross-industry innovation and set a new standard for food and agriculture. Unlike other accelerator programs, this program is designed to be an ongoing innovation platform that will result in a continuous stream of commercially viable solutions. Combining RocketSpace’s global tech ecosystem and startup network with Rabobank’s food and agribusiness leadership and expertise, TERRA’s unique model will provide startups with the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with our corporate partners in a dedicated product validation program.

Attracts the Best Startups

Proactive outreach, a multiple corporate model, and no equity requirements generate greater interest in the program among a higher caliber of startups.

Startup-geared Program

Our program is designed with the startup needs in mind – from a virtual curriculum, to simplified application process, to the pilot designs for each cohort.

Embedded Pilot Testing

A product validation phase helps advance corporate-startup partnerships. Participating corporations are able to design and test new startup technologies for their business.

Unbiased + Independent Partners

Partnerships formed with industry organizations to provide support, coaching and resources to participating startups during the program. Partnerships include access to a commercial kitchen.

Unparalleled Benefits

• Work hand-in-hand in a dedicated product validation program with the top corporates in the Food & Agriculture industry
• Validate, iterate, and optimize your product through invaluable feedback and resources from TERRA and our Corporate Collaborators
• Access to a tailored, virtual curriculum to increase the speed and efficiency of your product validation, Go-To-Market strategy, and industry knowledge
• No cost / Zero Equity-Requirements for Startups

Minimum Requirements

• Seed to Series B funded startups preferred
• Product, service, or technology already active in market
• Ability to travel to San Francisco for Kick-Off and Demo Day