Global Agritech Innovation: Shaping the Future of Tasmanian Agriculture

Join us on Wednesday, 16 October at 4pm at room 119, Rivers Edge, UTAS Inveresk Campus, Launceston, for an exciting, interactive experience where global agritech innovation takes center stage, offering new possibilities to shape the future of Tasmania's agriculture. The TAS Farm Innovation Hub and Foodtech Tasmania proudly present four leading AgriFood startups from across the globe, currently participating in the FoodTech Tas Accelerator program, bringing fresh ideas and solutions to the table.

The event will kick off with Tom Woolley, MD of Foodtech Tasmania, who will dive into the global agritech trends reshaping the industry, with a special focus on how these advancements can benefit Tasmania’s agricultural sector. Discover how Tasmania can tap into the power of global agritech solutions to foster resilience and growth in a rapidly evolving sector.

Then, the spotlight turns to an engaging Shark Tank-style session, where startups from Mexico, Kenya, the USA, and Canada will pitch their ground-breaking agritech solutions. You’ll have the chance to hear how these innovations could impact Tasmania, ask questions, and even vote for your favourite pitch! A panel of experts will provide live feedback to the innovators.

What to expect:

• Insights into global agritech innovations and trends that are poised to influence Tasmania’s agricultural landscape
• An exciting Shark Tank-style session with global innovators pitching real-world solutions
• Networking with farmers, investors, students, and agri-service providers
• Insight into how technology adoption and innovation can inspire new startups and drive Tasmania’s agricultural sector forward

This is your chance to be part of the global agritech revolution, connect with inspiring innovators, and explore how cutting-edge solutions can shape the future of Tasmania’s agriculture.

Light refreshments and networking opportunities with industry leaders and peers will round out the event. Thanks to AgriFutures Australia for supporting this event.

Host or Publisher TASAg Innovation Hub