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SUMMARY:Discover Australia Webinar: AgriFutures growᴬᴳ⋅ and evokeᴬᴳ⋅.
DESCRIPTION:Interested in Australia’s agrifood tech ecosystem? Join this November for Introduction to Australia webinars hosted by AgriFutures growᴬᴳ⋅ and evokeᴬᴳ⋅.\n\n\n\nJoin to explore the unique opportunities within Australia’s agriculture and agrifood innovation sector\, and gain practical insights to help you collaborate in the local market. \nHear from representatives across Australia’s states and territories as they share key industries and innovation priorities. Plus be introduced to the right people to grow your network down under.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/discover-australia-webinar-agrifutures-grow%e1%b4%ac%e1%b4%b3%e2%8b%85-and-evoke%e1%b4%ac%e1%b4%b3%e2%8b%85/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251013T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251013T100000
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SUMMARY:Rural Women's Award & Acceleration Grant Q+A session
DESCRIPTION:Unsure whether you should be applying for the Rural Women’s Award or the Acceleration Grant? Started an application\, but stuck on a question? Wondering what the in’s and out’s of the award or the grant looks like? \nThis is your chance to ask anything and everything you’d like and gain the clarification you’re after.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/rural-womens-award-acceleration-grant-qa-session/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250527T080000
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SUMMARY:From event to movement: Co-creating the future of evokeAG
DESCRIPTION:Join the evokeAG team in a co-design workshop to: \n\n\nCo-create the next chapter of Australia’s premier agrifood innovation platform. \n\n\nPut the right questions on the table and spotlight the voices that matter. \n\n\nHelp evolve evokeAG into a platform that increases impact and relevance across the years. \n\n\nShape how evokeAG can better serve the full agrifood innovation ecology. \n\n\nDuring the ideation sessions\, explore: \n\n\nWho evokeAG is for (e.g. producers\, investors\, founders\, researchers) \n\n\nThe change evokeAG seeks to drive in the agrifood system \n\n\nLong-term positioning from 2026 through to 2030 \n\n\nA shared outcome for all participants: “By participating in evokeAG\, they…” \n\n\nWho should attend? \n\nIndustry leaders\nRDCs (Rural Development Corporations)\nDAFF representatives\nProducers\nInvestors\nFounders\nResearchers\nYoung and emerging leaders\n\n3 OTHER DATES AVAILABLE TO REGISTER
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/from-event-to-movement-co-creating-the-future-of-evokeag/2025-05-27/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250326T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250326T190000
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SUMMARY:WA AgTech Meetup: Commercialising Research
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by: Jolien Paalman\, Principal of Beanstalk AgTech\nThis event offers a chance to connect with industry leaders and potential collaborators while exploring new opportunities for growth and innovation. \nFor those unable to join us in-person\, tune in online to make sure you don’t miss all the action (livestream details will be shared after registration). \nAgenda (AWST):\n5.30pm Arrival and registrations\n5.45pm Welcome Address\n5.50pm Panel Discussion\n6.40pm Networking
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/wa-agtech-meetup-commercialising-research/
LOCATION:St Catherine’s College Curtin\, 433 University Bvd\, Bentley\, WA\, 6102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250206
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SUMMARY:AgriFutures: Discover Australia Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Curious about Australia’s agrifood tech ecosystem? Join this webinar in February for an Introduction to Australia to gain valuable insights into the unique opportunities shaping Australia’s thriving agrifood innovation landscape. The event will include:\n\n\n\n\n\nHigh-level insights into Australia’s agrifood tech ecosystem\, including key industries and innovation priorities.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInsights into innovation support networks and resources for scaling your business into the Australian market.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIntroductions to key individuals driving research\, collaboration and innovation in agrifood tech. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere are Various Dates Available between February 4 – 5 for session 1 & 2.\nVisit AgriFutures website to view the available times.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/agrifutures-discover-australia-webinars/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241108T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241108T130000
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SUMMARY:Agribusiness Emerging Industries: Production and Money
DESCRIPTION:These online workshops will introduce emerging industry producers to using the Business Model Canvas (BMC) to analyse and plan business development. The BMC supports farmers to focus on marketplace strategy\, production efficiency and managing money. \nParticipants leave with a useable ‘plan on a page’ for their business. \nPrevious emerging industry BMC participants have described what they learned: \n\nIt really did open my eyes to the business of farming in ways I hadn’t thought of.\nHow to plan for distribution of my product.\nDeeper understanding of the value of the product that the target customer segment is looking for.\nI learned the correct pricing for our target market.\n\nDates (we encourage you to do both sessions\, but welcome participants in just one or other session): \n\nSession 1 – BMC and marketplace – Friday\, 25 October\, 9am-1pm on Teams\nSession 2 – production and money – Friday\, 8 November 9am-1pm on Teams
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/agribusiness-emerging-industries-production-and-money/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241025T090000
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SUMMARY:Agribusiness Emerging Industries: BMC and Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:These online workshops will introduce emerging industry producers to using the Business Model Canvas (BMC) to analyse and plan business development. The BMC supports farmers to focus on marketplace strategy\, production efficiency and managing money. \nParticipants leave with a useable ‘plan on a page’ for their business. \nPrevious emerging industry BMC participants have described what they learned: \n\nIt really did open my eyes to the business of farming in ways I hadn’t thought of.\nHow to plan for distribution of my product.\nDeeper understanding of the value of the product that the target customer segment is looking for.\nI learned the correct pricing for our target market.\n\nDates (we encourage you to do both sessions\, but welcome participants in just one or other session): \n\nSession 1 – BMC and marketplace – Friday\, 25 October\, 9am-1pm on Teams\nSession 2 – production and money – Friday\, 8 November 9am-1pm on Teams
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/agribusiness-emerging-industries-bmc-and-marketplace/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240320T080000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: growAG Catalyst Program Applications
DESCRIPTION:Who is this for?\n\nAustralian and New Zealand female Researchers\, Founders and Co-Founders who are leading an innovation or startup at any stage up to Series A.\n\nIndustry challenge \nCatalyst is not just a program; it’s a catalyst for change. Designed to support women within agrifood tech and innovation in Australia and New Zealand\, Catalyst aims to strengthen their networks and capabilities within ecosystem. \nDesigned to identify agrifood innovators with exceptional research or technology innovations that could make a positive change in Australian agriculture\, primed for commercialisation\, Catalyst offers a platform to access the next stage of development. Through Catalyst\, six innovators will connect with strategic partners and investors during an exclusive event where they will pitch their innovations and engage with potential stakeholders. \nCurrent opportunity \nCatalyst is now accepting applications from researchers through to Series A Founders or Co-founders from the research and development\, startup\, or university system with exceptional research or technology that could make a positive change in Australian agriculture. \nSuccessful applicants will receive: \n\nExclusive Pitching Opportunity: Showcase your innovation to potential investors and strategic partners aligned with your vision.\nPersonalised Coaching: Craft a compelling pitch that resonates with key stakeholders\, with tailored 1:1 coaching sessions.\nVisibility: Your commercialisation opportunity will be featured on growag.com\, amplifying your reach and exposure.\nDedicated Support: Access personalised support from growAG.. engagement managers\, who will try to connect you with potential stakeholders.\nPromotion: Elevate your profile and innovation through marketing and public relations activities driven by Catalyst.\n\nTo apply and for more information\, click ‘Visit website’ and to talk to the team ‘Enquire now’. \nOpportunity background \nApplicants research or technology should be: \n\nIn the early to growth stages of development\, with a clearly defined value proposition and defensible IP.\nActively seeking investment\, partnerships\, or commercialisation opportunities.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-growag-catalyst-program-applications/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240220T090000
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SUMMARY:evokeᴬᴳ⋅ 2024 Perth\, Western Australia
DESCRIPTION:AgriFutures evokeᴬᴳ⋅ connects the agrifood innovation community from Australia\, across the Asia Pacific region and around the world. \n\n\n\nevokeᴬᴳ⋅ 2024 will be held on the 20-21 February 2024 in Perth\, Western Australia\, with early bird ticket pricing closing on Thursday\, 31 August 2023. \nThe theme for evokeᴬᴳ⋅ 2024 is ‘Exceptional Edge’\, which represents a relentless pursuit of innovation in the Asia-Pacific region at a critical juncture in time. \nIt is about showcasing Asia Pacific’s exceptional edge to the world\, and helping delegates – especially producers – find their cutting edge. While balancing the conversation and acknowledging that the sector is on the edge with some of the world’s most pressing challenges – feeding the world\, climate change and resource management. evokeᴬᴳ⋅ 2024 will explore these topics and the role and opportunities for agrifood tech innovation in these. \nEarly bird ticket prices have closed. \nPLEASE NOTE: You will be required to pay for your tickets using a valid credit card. If you would like to request a tax invoice for payment please email registration@evokeag.com to arrange this \nStandard ticket pricing (inc GST): \n\nStandard Delegate: $1\,320\nInternational delegate: $1\,100\nProducer Delegate: $770\nStudent Delegate: $550\nStandard Delegate (Groups 10-19): $1\,100\nInternational Delegate (Groups 10-19): $990\nProducer Delegate (Groups 10-19): $660\n\nWelcome Event ticket pricing (inc GST): \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening at the stunning Royal Perth Yacht Club of Western Australia on Monday\, 19 February 2024\, as we launch evokeᴬᴳ⋅ 2024 with a bang! \nOur Welcome Event is the perfect opportunity to connect with innovators and delegates before the main event. Don’t miss out on this incredible experience – secure your ticket now and make the most of your evokeᴬᴳ⋅ 2024 journey. \n\nWelcome Event ticket price: $150\n\nOther information: \n\nFollowing a sell-out event in 2023 we are encouraging delegates to secure flights and accommodation early. Visit evokeag.com for recommendations and further information.\nevokeᴬᴳ⋅ partners will host a number of sideline events throughout the week. Visit evokeag.comfor further details.\nThe program will be released later this year on evokeag.com\nPlease read the evokeᴬᴳ⋅ 2024 terms and conditions.\nFor any enquiries\, please contact registration@evokeag.com
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/evoke%e1%b4%ac%e1%b4%b3%e2%8b%85-2024-perth-western-australia/
LOCATION:Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 21 Mounts Bay Road\, Perth\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240206T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240206T090000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: AgriFutures Honey Bee & Pollination Program
DESCRIPTION:The AgriFutures Honey Bee & Pollination Program 2023/24 Industry Development Grants are now open and seek to expand industry understanding\, knowledge\, and skills to drive the Australian honey bee and pollination industry into the future. In particular the 2023 Industry Development Grants are looking to support Early Career Researchers (ECR) on their research journey. \nIf you have a project or idea that can benefit the Australian honey bee and pollination industry you are invited to apply for a grant valued at up to $7000. \nApplications close 12 noon (AEDT) Tuesday\, 6 February 2024. \nAgriFutures Australia is seeking applications to support industry development\, personal development within the industry\, seed funding to explore a research problem and travel grants. \nThese grants (up to $7\,000) are available to any entity* that is involved in the Australian honey bee and pollination industry. Applications for the Industry Development Grants may focus on (but are not limited to): \n\nTravel grants\nResearch funding\, including PhD top-ups\nPersonal development that will benefit industry for example attending conferences\, consortiums and educational forums.\n\nThis year the focus is the development of Early Career Researchers – ECRs are strongly encouraged to apply. \n* If applying as an individual you must have a current ABN \nThis grant cannot be used to purchase equipment that would be used in day to day private business activities.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-agrifutures-honey-bee-pollination-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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