Germinate by Sprout
Igniting the next wave of technology startups in the
AGRIfood value chain
SPROUT ACCELERATOR APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
Sprout is New Zealand’s leading early-stage accelerator and investor, backing bold founders in the agrifood value chain.
We turn breakthrough science and ideas into globally scalable startups through early-stage funding, hands-on venture support, and powerful industry partnerships.
From building teams to navigating growth - we’re with founders every step of the way.

Global Agrifood systems play a critical role in feeding the world, supporting livelihoods, and sustaining the environment

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Sprout is an ecosystem catalyst. We connect startups to industry, local to global, capital to innovation and knowledge to action.
We build companies by accelerating the growth of startups. Through offerings like Germinate, Sprout Accelerator, Partnership and Investment, we have enabled 250+ entrepreneurs to grow.