Beanstalk’s Drought Resilience Lab opens applications for Cohort 3

After two successful cohorts, Beanstalk’s Drought Resilience Lab is back, supporting agtech founders, researchers, and industry innovators to bring game-changing drought and climate solutions to market.

Backed by the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and part of the world-first Drought Venture Studio, the 12-week program helps participants refine their business models, secure industry partnerships, and validate their commercial strategies.

Why it matters

Drought and climate resilience are critical to the future of Australian agriculture. With innovation driving solutions, Beanstalk’s program equips participants with the tools and connections needed to make an impact.

Cohorts 1 and 2 have already delivered promising results, helping innovators build teams, strengthen their go-to-market strategies, and engage with industry leaders.

What the program offers

Participants will receive:

• Tailored 1:1 coaching to de-risk ventures and refine business models
• Expert masterclasses on commercialisation, market fit, and scaling
• Curated industry connections with investors and agribusiness leaders
• Dedicated pitch practice to sharpen commercial narratives
• A fully funded experience – no fees, no equity taken

Who should apply?

The program is ideal for:

• Entrepreneurial researchers bringing lab innovations into real-world applications
• Agtech founders with early-stage prototypes ready for validation
• Industry disruptors developing transformative solutions for agriculture

How to get involved

Applications for Cohort 3 close on Sunday, 9 March 2025, at 9pm AEDT.

Know someone who could be a great fit? Encourage them to apply. Want to learn more? Join the upcoming info webinar. Interested in partnering with the program? Reach out to Beanstalk to explore opportunities.