Launch of the first Bootcamp of the Tech4Farmers program at Euromed University of Fes

The Tech4Farmers incubation program took place at Euromed University of Fes on June 10, 11 and 12

Taking place over three days, from June 10 to 12, this event marks an important step for AgriTech innovators supported by the French Development Agency (AFD) under the "Tamkin LiTanmia" project, in collaboration with the Regional AgriTech Innovation and Entrepreneurship Hub.

Among the participants were a selection of promising companies representing the future of AgriTech, such as DeepLeaf, Jafife, ARWA Solutions, Yadag, Jodoor, Lombrisol, Agrinotech, AgrI-bOT, MadjiX, and EJ Solutions. Other startups are expected, promising to make this bootcamp even richer in innovation and potential synergies. Each company brings its unique expertise and vision to transform the agricultural sector and contribute to a sustainable future for the Fès-Meknès region.

The opening day was dedicated to welcoming participants, presenting the program and partners, followed by an introduction to Design Thinking and problem framing. Participants had the opportunity to exchange with experts, discover development opportunities for their technological solutions, visit the University's prototyping facilities and work on AgriTech proto-personas in Morocco.

The second day focused on the full life-cycle development of projects, rapid prototyping, and role-plays for interviewing users. Participants also explored funding, expertise and networking opportunities offered by the program.

The third and final day focused on corporate partnerships, with feedback from AgriTech companies, and working groups to identify potential partners and synergies between startups. The bootcamp concluded with individual coaching sessions.

This program represents a unique opportunity for startup founders to revolutionize the agricultural sector with innovative solutions, while contributing to the sustainable development of the Fès-Meknès region.