For the ninth time, Startup Days will take place as part of Grüne Woche—the innovation highlight of the world’s most important agricultural trade fair. Here, young companies will meet a high-caliber jury, industry experts, and an engaged professional audience. The 2027 program focuses on the future-oriented topics of sustainability, climate protection, the circular economy, and resource-efficient land use.

What to expect:

• An individual presentation of your startup at Grüne Woche on January 19 and 20, 2027
• Exclusive access to key decision-makers from across the entire value chain of the agri-food industry
• A pitch at Grüne Woche Startup Days in front of a high-caliber expert jury from the retail, agriculture, food, and media sectors
• Inclusion in Grüne Woche communications, providing visibility to a global audience
• Networking opportunities with key decision-makers from the food retail sector and the agriculture and food industries
• Wide reach thanks to an international event
• The winning startup will receive personal coaching sessions worth up to €1,000, as well as a comprehensive package of presentation opportunities at Grüne Woche 2028

Application deadline: November 12, 2026

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More information about the program, the jury, and the participants will be available here shortly.