Berytech has officially launched the seventh batch of the Agrytech Accelerator Program, welcoming 11 innovative startups developing solutions across the agrifood value chain. Out of more than 49 eligible applicants, these 11 teams were selected to join the Acceleration Phase, based on the scalability of their business models, the strength of their technology integration, and the potential impact of their solutions.
What’s New in Batch 7
Building on lessons from past cohorts, the updated program is once again targeting startups at the prototype and MVP stage, providing them with the support to validate, refine, and scale their solutions. The program follows a two-phase structure: a six-month Acceleration Phase, followed by a four-month Incubation Phase.
Selection was carried out through a rigorous multi-step process, including application reviews, a pitching day in front of a panel of experts, and final evaluations to identify the most promising solutions in agrifood innovation.
“We’re happy to welcome the 7th Batch of Agrytech startups and see these teams take their ideas to the next level. Our goal is to support them as they refine their solutions and grow, and we are excited to see their progress along the way”. – Ghiwa Daccache, Programs Coordinator
Startups of Batch 7
This year’s cohort is innovating in aquaculture, healthy snacks, biofertilizers, eco-friendly animal feed, insect–based protein, AI-powered advisory tools, and more:
- Aquavita – Innovative aquaculture farming system for the production of Red Tilapia fish by recycling rainwater and microbial waste-to-protein conversion, doubling yields of traditional systems while conserving water.
- 2XPND – Reinventing snacks using an innovative extraction process and a single-ingredient. They produce a protein-rich expanded cheese snack without any additives.
- Peatler (Cultiva) – Transforming banana plant residues into a banana peat, which is a biofertilizer enhanced with nanotechnology that boosts yield and minimizes the use of chemical fertilizers.
. - DeCasa – Repurposing whey from artisanal cheese production into high-quality protein powders, as an import substitute product.
- Honeylicious Treats – Creating 100% pure honey powder through freeze-drying technology, offering a natural low-glycemic sugar alternative.
- AgriSmart – AI-powered WhatsApp chatbot acting as a virtual agricultural consultant with subscription-based services.
- Farming Bee – Breeding resilient queen bees via artificial insemination and natural mating to strengthen honey production.
- Elma’s – Producing Black Soldier Fly Larvae feed as a soy alternative while turning organic waste into compost.
- Wiggles – Converting food waste into insect-based protein powder through mealworm cultivation, while extracting valuable by-products such as oils, and chitin, tackling global protein shortages sustainably.
- Recranation – Designing modular, push pipe clips for efficient irrigation piping systems for green houses reducing waste and allowing improved crop growth.
Kicking Off with Capacity Building
The Acceleration Phase opened with an intensive Design Thinking Bootcamp, followed by a Validation workshop. These workshops challenged the startups to refine their customer targeting, optimize their MVPs, and validate their solutions with experts.
What’s Ahead for Batch 7
Over the next six months, the startups will benefit from tailored capacity building, sector linkages, and a cash grant of up to $12,000 cash grant to further develop their prototypes. They will also gain access to pitching opportunities, networking events, and investor connections.
About Agrytech
Launched by Berytech and funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Lebanon, the Agrytech Accelerator Program was designed to position Lebanon as a hub for agrifood innovation. With resources, expertise, and funding valued at around $100,000 per startup, Agrytech empowers entrepreneurs to build competitive agrifood businesses capable of scaling internationally.
