DLG Expert Stage agrifood start-ups
Welcome innovators, thought leaders and pioneers
(Hall 21)
The DLG Expert Stage agrifood start-ups and its accompanying lounge is the ultimate meeting place for innovation at AGRITECHNICA 2025. Located right next to the exhibition area of leading start-ups from around the world, this dynamic space is where ideas take root and industry leaders network.
Don't miss the Rapid Fire Start-up Pitch Competition, panel discussions, networking formats and keynotes, all with one goal: to drive significant innovation in agricultural technology and machinery.
Whether you are a tech founder, an experienced investor, a curious farmer or a company's innovation scout - the DLG Expert Stage agrifood start-ups is your launch pad for the future.
What to expect:
Rapid Fire Start-up Pitch Competition
Get ready for energetic pitches from pioneering agtech and agriculture start-ups from around the world.
Start-up Evenings & Community Meetups
Relax and socialise in a relaxed atmosphere with the community shaping the agriculture of tomorrow.
Investor Day
Immerse yourself in new investment trends and opportunities in the agtech sector - and take part in selected matchmaking sessions.
Keynotes & Panels
Hear from global pioneers, from start-up founders to industry giants, tackling challenges in areas such as sustainable agriculture, food systems, automation or data.
Special Focus
Lower Saxony Start-up Meet-up:
Take a look at Germany's vibrant ecosystem with a special focus on the host state of Lower Saxony.
You won't want to miss this:
Tuesday, 11 November 2025 from 15:30
Harvesting ideas: ERNTEpreneurship made in Lower Saxony x de:hub
Take part in the get-together where investors, entrepreneurs, start-ups, business angels and political representatives from Lower Saxony and the de:hub ecosystem will meet. You can look forward to inspiring ideas and the opportunity to make valuable contacts. Let's sow the seeds of innovation together and shape the future of agriculture. True to the motto "Do. Simply. Do."
Wednesday, 12 November 2025
Investor Day: Rapid Fire Start-up Pitch Competition
The Investor Day is the ultimate networking experience for the global agrifood start-up community and open innovation. The Rapid Fire Start-up Pitch Competition, supported by Rentenbank and co-organised by Rootcamp, puts the spotlight on exciting start-ups in a fast-paced, high-energy pitch with live audience voting. Enjoy the evening afterwards with music, food, drinks and networking.
Thursday: 13 November 2025
DLG Open Innovation Showcase
Find out what role start-ups play in digitalisation in agriculture and how important a strong innovation ecosystem is for companies. Organisations such as Friends of Digital Farming, Bosch, Innovationsagentur Rheinland Pfalz, Agrotech Valley, Agro Inovation Lab and more share best practice examples from start-ups, research, practice and industry and come together to solve problems and shape the future of the industry. End the day with networking and the Digital Farm Centre in the evening.
Friday: 14 November 2025
Launch: DLG tradition meets start-up
Open innovation from the grassroots - bringing start-ups and farmers together.
The German Agricultural Society (DLG) brings start-ups and farmers together to bring digitalisation in agriculture from idea to market faster and more efficiently: Success stories from start-ups that have successfully coordinated and tested their latest technologies and innovations with farmers under practical conditions, as well as farmers who have received customised solutions for their farm from start-ups.
