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What we do

Creating value on multiple layers based on deep ecosystem understanding and know-how

Investment (Funds)

We invest into the future and on behalf of planetary and population health. We combine valuable solutions with sustainable support, enabling capital, and, above all, ambition and passion.

Innovation partnerships, programs and tailored open innovation projects for our institutional and corporate customers to enable and support ecosystems as well as to enable value-adding business development.

Combining perspectives sometimes makes unknown gaps and untapped opportunities visible: we actively support new ideas, entrepreneurs and young companies – and help to build, grow and scale new solutions.

An ecosystem platform pioneering core innovation themes together with our network partner on the edge of Agriculture, Food and Energy for enhanced solutions.

With whom we work

We create value on a deep ecosystem understanding, reach and know-how.
We are intensively engaged with our partners:

Farmers, Startups, Scaleups, Corporates, Governments, Investors, Research & Science, Media & Events.
THRIVE has a smart database of over 12,000 AgTech companies and a global platform to tap into innovators worldwide.

Startups & Scaleups

We give startups the tools and support to build a strong company foundation ready for scalable growth, including mentorship, market access and collaboration opportunities.

Corporate Innovation

Global organizations seeking to embed entrepreneurial mindsets, validate solutions & develop relationships. lead industry disruption, invest and execute.

Institutional partners

Economic development agencies seeking to super-charge regional growth by strengthening of innovation ecosystem while attracting jobs, talent and investment.​

Open Innovation

Innovation partnerships, programs and tailored open innovation projects for our institutional and corporate customers to enable and support ecosystems as well as to enable value-adding business development.​

Innovation Assessment

We identify strengths and gaps in your innovation strategy and structure, taking best practices from the best in the industry and creating a custom roadmap.

We deliver reports and specific research to our clients as a resource throughout the open innovation process or as a final output. New strategic questions sometimes arise from innovation process – we support to develop your strategy expansion or twist for new opportunities or to feed into the bigger picture.

We manage the pipeline of startups looking to engage with our corporate and governmental partners. We filter the inbound and help focus our clients time on the highest potential opportunities, aligned to the strategic priorities – and we help making the next steps to bring open innovation into projects.

Unlock open innovation and co-investment opportunities with the world’s leading corporations. We facilitate connections between our corporate partners, promoting cross-collaboration and cross learnings through a series of roundtable, workshops, events, and dinners. ​

Venture Development Programs

Combining perspectives sometimes makes unknown gaps and untapped opportunities visible: we actively support new ideas, entrepreneurs and young companies – and help to build, grow and scale new solutions.​

Research & Ideation stage:
THRIVE STUDIO

The THRIVE Studio supports researchers and early-stage entrepreneurs as they validate solutions and start a path to commercialization. We help innovators transform ideas to impact at the speed of business, with a proven methodology to get there.

​Validation stage: 

THRIVE ACADEMY

The THRIVE Academy for pre-seed startups helps to de-risk and validate your ideas, prepare you for outside investment, and build your go-to-market strategy. The program is focused on supporting pre-seed stage startups in the agri-food tech sector.

Seed to Series A stage:
THRIVE ACCELERATOR

THRIVE’s Accelerator Programs develop your go-to-market plan and provide access to customers, investment and expert mentorship. We help innovators transform ideas to impact at the speed of business, with a proven methodology to get there.

Scaleup stage:
THRIVE IMMERSION

The THRIVE Scaleup Programs are designed to fast-track the growth of agrifoodtech scaleups, equipping them with the strategic guidance, industry connections, and resources necessary to thrive in competitive global markets. We accelerate their access to investment, partnerships, networks, and business opportunities in the U.S. and North America.

Global Impact Initiative & Summit

THRIVE’s Global Impact Initiative is a 10-year commitment to driving innovation that creates a more sustainable, resilient, and climate-positive future. Launched in 2020, the initiative brings together startups, scaleups, corporations, producers, investors, and industry leaders to spark collaboration and deliver real, measurable impact across the agri-food system.

Global Impact Summit

The THRIVE Global Impact Summit is a premier event bringing together 400+ innovators, investors, and industry leaders to tackle the most pressing challenges in agriculture and food sustainability. Through dynamic panels, startup showcases, and networking opportunities, the summit drives collaboration and advances solutions for a sustainable future.

Global Impact Challenge

The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge is on a mission to discover the most innovative startups tackling the biggest challenges in agri-food systems. This year, we’re seeking groundbreaking solutions across six key themes driving transformation in the agrifood industry: Regenerative Agriculture, Artificial Intelligence & Automation, Animal Health & Nutrition, Clean Energy & ClimateTech, Water & Waste Management and Post Harvest & FoodTech.

Industry Roundtables

The THRIVE Industry Roundtables unite corporate innovators and industry leaders to tackle critical issues in climate, food, and agriculture. These exclusive, partner-only forums foster collaboration by bringing together key stakeholders to share insights, explore synergies, and co-create solutions that drive meaningful change.​