📍 USA: Minnesota – Minneapolis
Application Deadline:
🗓 Wednesday, June 11, 2025
🕛 11:59 PM PST
Overview
Minnesota-based startup companies working in the area of food sustainability are invited to apply for a business development program designed to accelerate growth, enhance impact, and build long-term success. This unique opportunity targets entrepreneurs committed to creating solutions that promote sustainable food systems and innovation in agriculture, food production, waste reduction, and supply chain efficiency.
What’s Offered
Selected startups will participate in a structured business development program that provides:
- 💼 Fundraising opportunities and connections with mission-aligned investors
- 🛠 Workshops led by experts in sustainability, entrepreneurship, and startup growth
- 📚 Curated business resources and tools tailored to sustainability-focused ventures
- 🌐 Access to a dynamic network of peers, mentors, advisors, and industry leaders
- 🚀 Strategic guidance for scaling operations and refining business models
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a startup company located in Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Have a core focus on food sustainability, such as:
- Sustainable agriculture
- Food waste reduction
- Circular food systems
- Supply chain innovations
- Eco-conscious food production
- Demonstrate early traction or a viable business model with clear growth potential
Program Goals
The program is committed to advancing Minnesota’s position as a hub for sustainable food innovation by empowering early-stage businesses with the tools, knowledge, and networks needed to thrive in competitive markets while making a positive environmental impact.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 PM PST on June 11, 2025. Early submission is encouraged due to high demand and limited cohort space.
👉 To learn more or start your application, visit the program’s official website or contact the organizing team for detailed guidance.
🌱 Build the future of food—sustainably. This is your chance to grow your business, expand your impact, and connect with a community that shares your mission.
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