Calgary, Alberta – March 12, 2025 – SVG Ventures | THRIVE, a global venture and innovation platform, is proud to announce the 14 companies selected for its highly anticipated sixth Academy program.
The THRIVE Academy is dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the agriculture and food technology sectors. This 12-week program is designed to de-risk and validate ideas, equipping participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate industry challenges. Entrepreneurs receive specialized programming, expert guidance, and mentorship, fully immersing them in THRIVE’s dynamic global ecosystem. Participants gain access to THRIVE’s extensive network of mentors, corporations, and investors, assisting them in refining their go-to-market strategies and preparing for successful capital raises.
The cohort showcases cutting-edge solutions and entrepreneurial talent from across multiple continents. This year’s participants hail from Canada, Italy, and Argentina, each bringing diverse perspectives and innovative approaches to the program.
“The selection of our sixth Academy cohort highlights the growing global momentum in agri-food tech innovation. We’re excited by the diversity of talent and ideas within this cohort , as these entrepreneurs are poised to shape the future of the sector with bold, impactful solutions,” said John Cassidy, Managing Director of Canada at SVG Ventures | THRIVE.
The participants selected for the sixth THRIVE Academy cohort include:
- 262944 Alberta Ltd. – Beaverlodge, AB, Canada
- Agppoint – Calgary, AB, Canada
- AgriAssure – Calgary, AB, Canada
- BeeSafe Biotech – Lethbridge, AB, Canada
- Bhoomi AI Solutions Ltd. – Edmonton, AB, Canada
- Chariot Command Corp. – Cobourg, ON, Canada
- Enismaro – Salerno, Italy
- GreenMind Gardens Inc. – Edmonton, AB, Canada
- Karyotica Labs Inc. – Edmonton, AB, Canada
- Qumir Nano – Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Taxon – Rosario, Argentina
- TerraWave – Winnipeg, MB, Canada
- UMA Systems – Toronto, ON, Canada
- Yadag – Toronto, ON, Canada
The THRIVE Academy continues to be a driving force in advancing agri-food technology, nurturing innovation, and supporting the growth of impactful ventures. The program’s success is underscored by the achievements of its alumni, who have made significant contributions to the agri-food tech landscape.
The THRIVE Academy is part of the Alberta Scaleup and Growth Accelerator Program which helps businesses scale, grow and contribute to a thriving innovation ecosystem in Alberta. The program is led by Alberta Innovates with funding support from Alberta Technology and Innovation and Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan). The Program contributes to the Alberta government’s goal to help create 20,000 jobs and increase technology firm revenue to $5 billion by 2030.
THRIVE acknowledges Farm Credit Canada (FCC/FAC) as a founding partner of its Canadian operations.
About SVG Ventures | THRIVE:
SVG Ventures | THRIVE is a leading Agri-Food Innovation and Investment platform headquartered in Silicon Valley, comprising top agriculture, food, and technology corporations, universities, and investors. With a community of over 10,000 startups from over 100 countries, SVG invests in, accelerates, and creates unparalleled access for entrepreneurs to scale globally and solve the biggest challenges facing the food and agriculture industries. SVG’s Corporate Innovation Program works with Fortune 1000 corporations to transform their businesses, accelerate growth, and drive their innovation priorities. SVG Ventures oversees $100 million in assets under management.
Learn more at www.thriveagrifood.com.
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