Hort Innovation Frontiers - Australian Grown Innovation (AS24001)

Ongoing project

Delivery Partner: Startupbootcamp Australia

What is it all about?

This program is designed to support Australian innovators in turning homegrown ideas into market-ready solutions for the horticulture sector. By combining lean startup principles with global innovation scouting, it guides participants through the full innovation journey - from early ideation to the development of minimum viable products (MVPs). The program aligns with the five Hort Frontiers Investment themes, ensuring that the solutions developed are relevant to the industry's current and future needs.

Through partnerships with Startupbootcamp and Cluster Connect, participants gain access to expert mentorship, structured training, and direct pathways to local and international markets. The program culminates in a Global Innovation Immersion, equipping innovators with the tools, networks, and knowledge needed to commercialise their ideas. Ultimately, it aims to accelerate the development of impactful technologies that strengthen the competitiveness and sustainability of Australia’s horticulture industry.

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Details

This project is funded through Hort Innovation's Frontiers program

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