India-Australia's RISE Accelerator program launches Climate Smart Agritech cohort applications for start-ups and MSMEs.

India and Australia's RISE Accelerator program has opened applications for start-ups and MSMEs from both countries to join its Climate Smart Agritech cohort. The program supports businesses looking to expand internationally between the two countries and focuses on start-ups and MSMEs with technologies and solutions that enhance agricultural productivity and resilience amid climate variability, resource scarcity, and food insecurity. The program, running for nine months from October 2024, offers a blend of online and in-person sessions, including immersion weeks in India and Australia. Benefits include market insights, coaching, and mentorship from industry professionals, as well as potential non-equity grants of up to INR 45 lakhs. Applications are due by September 15, 2024, and there is no charge for participation.

August 19, 2024
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