When is the deadline for AgLaunch365 Accelerator?

The deadline is September 15, 2026.

AgLaunch365 Accelerator

Q: How much funding does AgLaunch365 Accelerator provide?

AgLaunch365 Accelerator provides $100,000 initial investment, with additional milestone-based capital available in funding.

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Funding Amount

$100,000 initial investment, with additional milestone-based capital available

Deadline

September 15, 2026

160 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

AgLaunch365 Accelerator

Overview: A multi-stage, farmer-centric accelerator program designed to support early-stage agtech startups through proof of concept to Series A. Selected startups are embedded directly into real-world farming conditions and partner with AgLaunch's national network of farmers.

Geographic Scope: United States with national farmer network operating across diverse regions and production systems

Focus Areas:

Intelligent Farm Systems (autonomous machinery, smart infrastructure, AI-driven tools)

Regenerative Biological Solutions (on-farm biomanufacturing, microbial inputs)

Farmer-Centered Data Platforms (AI copilots, sensors, cooperative data ecosystems)

Regionally Adapted Innovations

Full-Stack Ag Robotics

20 additional "areas of interest" available

Eligibility:

Early-stage, pre-seed startups

Groundbreaking technologies requiring ongoing farmer feedback and iterations

Founders with visionary mindset and commitment to system-changing outcomes

What Startups Receive:

Investment: $100K initial investment + milestone-based capital through seed to Series A

Farmer Partnership: Endorsement and co-development support from national farmer network

On-Farm Trials: Commercial-scale testing in real-world conditions across key markets with funded cost-share program

Farm Data Access: Datasets from farm operations to train and refine models

Technical Expertise: Guidance on farm trials and building regional teams

Business Development: Market entry and scaling strategy within agriculture

Strategic Partnerships: Access to Ag Ventures Alliance and Farm Journal

First Access: Priority integration into AgLaunch Data Cooperative and other ventures

What Startups Give:

10% equity to shared pool benefiting farmers and mission-driven partners

Time and commitment to iterate and refine with farmers

Embedded, boots-on-the-ground engagement across U.S. farm regions

Program Timeline:

Application Deadline: September 15, 2025 (Priority: September 1, 2025)

Challenge Event (in-person, Memphis, TN): Fall 2025

Program Start: January 2026

Multi-year farm trials: Starting Spring 2026

Contact:

Pete Nelson, President: pnelson@aglaunch.com (901) 315-1694

Margaret Oldham, VP of Innovation: moldham@aglaunch.com (901) 351-2904

Application URL: www.aglaunch.com/aglaunch-365

Background: AgLaunch365 is an industry-leading commercialization approach providing multi-year support from proof of concept through Series A. Portfolio and alumni companies have attracted over $140 million in private investment and $15 million in non-dilutive funding since 2018.

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Submit Application: Complete application at www.aglaunch.com/aglaunch-365
2. Farmer Down-Select: Application reviewed, qualified startups invited to Challenge Event
3. Challenge Event: Participate in 2-day competitive, in-person event in Memphis, Tennessee (Fall 2025)
- Interact with AgLaunch, farmers, and investor partners
- Refine business models
- Pitch to secure spot in 2026 AgLaunch365 cohort
4. Program Commencement: Selected startups begin in January 2026
5. Farm Trials: Multi-year farm trials commence Spring 2026