Irrigation Incubator and Accelerator
Irrigation Incubator accelerates innovation in smart and sustainable irrigation by supporting startups that enhance water efficiency through AI, IoT, and advanced technologies. By fostering collaboration between innovators and key stakeholders, it drives the adoption of modern irrigation solutions for a more sustainable future.
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Overview
The Irrigation Incubation and Acceleration Program is designed to improve water use efficiency in agriculture, reduce water loss, and increase the sustainability of water resources in the face of climate challenges. It aims to empower entrepreneurs and innovators to develop smart irrigation technologies, innovative storage systems, and solutions to improve water quality, in addition to exploring non-traditional water sources to reduce dependence on conventional ones, enhance water security, and support the shift toward sustainable agriculture.
Our Objective:
- Support startups that provide innovative solutions to improve water use efficiency in agriculture.
- Promote technical innovation in irrigation, distribution, and storage using modern technologies such as IoT and AI.
- Encourage the use of non-traditional water sources and the development of sustainable utilization techniques.
- Contribute to addressing climate change challenges by supporting smart water resource management solutions.
- Enable entrepreneurs and innovators to develop and implement commercially and environmentally viable ideas.
Target Groups:
- Technology startups developing innovative agricultural technologies (AgTech) in irrigation and water resource management.
- Engineers and technical developers who can innovate effective solutions for water distribution or storage in agricultural settings.
- Owners of small and medium enterprises focusing on sustainable technologies and water solutions in agriculture.
- Creative teams and individuals with actionable technical ideas for improving water usage or developing smart irrigation systems.
Challenges and Focus Areas:
- Water Sources and Diversity in Irrigation
- Rainwater and surface water harvesting technologies
- Sensing and prediction technologies for non-traditional water sources
- Recycling of agricultural wastewater
- Reducing evaporation rates in open reservoirs
- Modeling water supply and demand under climate change
- Smart systems to monitor irrigation water quality to ensure agricultural efficiency and soil safety
- Transportation, Distribution, and Storage in Irrigation
- Technologies to reduce losses in transport and distribution networks
- High-efficiency flexible tanks for sustainable and smart water management
- Development of innovative materials for pipes and tanks resistant to heat and corrosion
- Smart control and distribution systems based on live data (Sensors & IoT)
- Use of alternative energy to operate transportation and distribution systems (e.g., solar energy)
- Irrigation Technologies and Practices
- Smart or remote-controlled irrigation systems
- Technologies to improve soil water retention such as using agricultural waste or soil enhancers
- Low-cost drip irrigation solutions
- Soilless agriculture and vertical farming technologies
- Development of tools to train farmers on optimal water practices
How We Support You:
- Guidance and mentorship from technical and industry experts.
- Training programs to refine skills and develop products.
- Connecting startups with investors and funding entities.
- Supporting promotional roadshows to access global markets.
- Assistance with business setup, licensing, feasibility studies, and specialized consulting.
- Providing access to laboratories and facilities for prototype development.