Support for agri-food entrepreneurs
I am
an entrepreneur
Our support method
Thanks to a team of startup managers and agri-food engineers, we can help you develop your project from the initial idea to the factory floor.
Your project
GIVE YOUR AGRI-FOOD PROJECT A BOOST
Our mission?
- Bring innovative projects to fruition
- Structure and professionalize entrepreneurial initiatives
- Boost the chances of commercial success
- Find the solutions of tomorrow
Who is it for?
Any project leader or start-up wishing to develop a food product for industrial production.
Agropole helps transform an idea into a credible offering that can be used to validate its market.
Why choose Agropole?
- A 100% agri-food ecosystem
- Personalized support from industry experts
- State-of-the-art technical infrastructure (technology platforms, R&D laboratory)
- An active community of startups and manufacturers
- A pragmatic, concrete, and effective hands-on approach
Our Support Journey
Our 3 programs based on your level of advancement
Incubation
From idea to proof of concept (POC)
Ideal for structuring your project,
validating its feasibility, and
laying the foundations for a solid business.
Duration: 12 months
For project leaders who wish to develop an agri-food business.
Priming
From product to market
Do you have a finished product? Would you like to test it while minimizing risks?
We can help you launch it!
Duration: 6 months minimum.
For young companies
with a product ready
for commercialization.
Acceleration
From the nursery to the factory
Duration: depending on requirements
For growing companies that want to accelerate and eventually build their own factory.
The nursery
Our production facilities, located in both Damazan and Agen, are perfectly suited to the needs of your business.
Spaces ranging from 100 to 1,000 square meters are available, all in compliance with specific agri-food standards. In Agen, a business park covering more than 60 hectares awaits you.
Don’t wait any longer—launch your industrial project in Europe’s largest agri-food technology park!
Call for projects for young agribusinesses!
Do you have the products? We have solutions to industrialize them.
Do you have the products? We have solutions to industrialize them.
Submit your application and join our Agropole Confluence Incubator in Damazan (47)
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FAQ
What is a support program for agri-food entrepreneurs?
A support program for agri-food entrepreneurs helps project leaders structure, secure, and develop their projects in the food and agri-food sector, from the initial idea to launch.
What types of projects can be supported under an agri-food entrepreneurial program?
We support a variety of projects:
• creation of agri-food businesses;
• food or foodtech start-ups;
• innovative projects related to agriculture or food;
• development of new concepts or products.
Each support program is tailored to the maturity level of the project.
What does the support offered to entrepreneurs consist of?
The support is based on:
• structuring the project;
• technical and economic feasibility analysis;
• methodological support;
• access to agri-food sector expertise.
The aim is to secure and accelerate business creation.
Are there any national agri-food support programs?
Yes, some agri-food support programs have a national reach and are open to entrepreneurs from all over France, depending on the terms of the program offered.
What is the difference between incubation and entrepreneurial support?
Incubation generally concerns projects in the very early stages, while entrepreneurial support can be provided at different stages: idea, structuring, creation, or acceleration of an agri-food project.
How far along does a project need to be to join a support program?
Programs can accept projects at different stages of development:
• idea or concept under consideration;
• project in the process of being structured;
• young company in the launch phase.
Each application is reviewed according to the needs of the project.
How do I apply for an agri-food entrepreneurial support program?
Applications are made via a contact form, which allows applicants to present their project, its stage of development, and its identified needs. A discussion then takes place to determine the most suitable program.
Is agri-food entrepreneurial support fee-based?
The financial terms depend on the support program and the level of expertise required. A discussion takes place to clarify the conditions for each project.
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