Accelerator

LODAR

First Startup accelerator in AgriFood Tech in Cuyo.

Objective

To invest in AgriFood Tech projects which collaborate in guaranteeing sufficient and quality food for future generations of inhabitants in Argentina and the world. Specially focusing on innovation, technology, care for the environment and the man´s work, by man and for man. #DeMendozaalMundo.

Overview/What we offer

To accelerate your startup in the first HUB of entrepreneurs in the world of AgriFood Tech in LatAm. Early adopters, mentoring and business roundtables. Matching with companies, producers, and key partners in the agribusiness world. Access to funding through LODAR funds and other key investors in our ecosystem.

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If you are willing to get muddy, put your feet in the mud and dream with your eyes set on the future. This contest is for you.

FIRST CALL FOR PROPOSALS – FEBRUARY 2023

FAQ

We leave you here some answers, however, do not hesitate to write us at hola@espaciolodo.com for more information.

Which projects are accelerated by LODAR?

We invest in scalable projects that provide technological and innovative solutions in the world of AgriFood Tech, throughout its value chain. Early stage ventures, MVP -Minimum Viable Product- validated with sales and problem solution fit.

What impact must a project have to be accelerated by LODAR?

We are looking for innovative ventures, with an aspirational degree of sustainability, in the following axes:

– irrigation / water footprint

– sustainable agriculture / circular economy

– mechanization

– human talent management / intensive crops

– new business models, marketing and logistics of primary production and processed products.

– digital transformation & industry 4.0 applied to the agriculture, beverage, and food value chain.

– biotechnology and scientific advances applied to the food industry.

How much does LODAR invest in my project?

LODAR invests in pre-seed to seed stage projects with tickets from U$S 50,000.

For projects in more advanced stages, LODAR has strategic partners in the main Agtech investment rounds in LatAm.

What is the relationship between LODO and LODAR?

LODO is the first innovation and business HUB in the agribusiness world. LODO is where the heart of the entrepreneurial ecosystem beats. LODO is where ideas are born and the networking which makes them possible is enhaced. LODAR is the tool to empower those ideas and turn them into triple impact businesses.

How do I apply to LODAR's acceleration program?

LODAR will open its first AgriFood Tech startup competition in February 2023.

However, if you have a project in our vertical axe and are ready to get your feet in the mud, write to us at hola@espaciolodo.com.

We look forward to meeting you! And why not, change the world together.

Our Startups

Soon we will be sharing in this section the work and effort of Argentine entrepreneurs, for a better world.

Satellites on Fire

Early detection and monitoring of wildfires using artificial intelligence, satellite imagery, and ground-based surveillance systems.

BioHeuris

Plant genome optimization for a more efficient and sustainable agriculture.

Beam Crop Tech

Biological solutions that enhance crop photosynthesis, increasing productivity in a sustainable way.

Zoomagri

An AgTech startup transforming agricultural and food product testing, inspection, and certification processes on a global scale.

Unibaio

Development of biodegradable nanocarriers that reduce the dosage and toxicity of agrochemicals, improving efficiency, productivity, and sustainability in agriculture.

Tracestory

Blockchain-based traceability solutions that enable secure, transparent, and real-time collection, management, and sharing of information across the entire value chain.

Suyana

Development of accessible climate insurance solutions for agribusinesses and agricultural producers, leveraging satellite data and artificial intelligence to cover risks such as droughts and extreme weather events.

Silo Real

Using technology to transform physical agricultural assets into verified digital assets, making them insurable, tradable, and usable as currency or collateral.

Re-Forest Latam

A triple-impact biotechnology company dedicated to restoring ecosystems and creating forests to mitigate the effects of climate change.

Nat4Bio

Development of natural, edible coatings for fruits and vegetables that help prevent spoilage and extend shelf life.

Elytron

Development of highly effective biological products using artificial intelligence and advanced biotechnology, accelerating their time to market for industries such as agriculture, food, and energy.

Eiwa

Development of data management and analytics solutions for the agricultural sector. Its platform integrates information from multiple sources and leverages artificial intelligence to improve decision-making, optimize productivity, and generate agronomic insights more efficiently.

Deep Agro

Development of advanced technologies for smarter agriculture, applying artificial intelligence, data analytics, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to improve efficiency and sustainability across the agricultural sector.

Cattler

A livestock management platform for mobile and desktop that enables producers to manage all farm operations from a single, centralized platform.

Sylvarum

We combine electrostimulation technology with artificial intelligence to regulate plant metabolism and increase crop yields.

Nombre Startup

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