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𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑨𝒈𝒓𝒊-, 𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒅-, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑪𝒍𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆-𝑻𝒆𝒄𝒉 𝑰𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒔𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎 𝒊𝒏 𝑬𝒈𝒚𝒑𝒕 |𝑹𝒆𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔🌾 Launched as part of CGIAR Accelerate for Impact Platform (#A4IP)’s global series, this report dives deep into Egypt’s #AgriTech and #ClimateTech sectors, outlining a roadmap to leverage #innovation for sustainable development. Co-developed with top local and international stakeholders, this report is a must-read for anyone invested in Egypt’s agricultural future.  Challenges facing Egypt’s #agriculture sector: • Feeding a population exceeding 114 million by 2024   • High vulnerability to climate change: rising sea levels, heat waves, and water scarcity  • Agriculture is the biggest consumer of Egypt’s Nile-sourced freshwater 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟒 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐥 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐠𝐲𝐩𝐭:  📈 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Refine policies to attract FDI, fueling innovation from #startups to farmers. 🤝𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲: Bring together corporations, startups, and local talent to tackle today’s toughest challenges with groundbreaking solutions. 🎯𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬: Focus on resource-efficient farming for global competitiveness. ⚙️𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬: Equip youth, women, and rural communities with agritech knowledge for sector-wide transformation.  🔗 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 | Co-authored with Valoral Advisors  👉 https://lnkd.in/gRKhpeVe This report informed the project design of the #AgriTech4Egypt Innovation Challenge, supporting ambitious founders with promising agritech solutions that address context-specific agricultural challenges in Egypt. CGIAR Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT #technology #science #research #climateaction #agenda2030 #SDGs #foodsecurity

AgroVisioners a Certified Innovatived AgriTech incorporated in Cyprus, Selected as a Top 25 Global AgTech Startup in Egypt!!!! We're thrilled to announce that AgroVisioners has been chosen as one of the Top 25 global teams in the prestigious #AgriTech4Egypt Innovation Challenge! This recognition places us among the leading innovators shaping a more sustainable, efficient, and climate-resilient future for Egyptian agriculture. This achievement is a testament to our team's dedication to developing groundbreaking #agritech solutions. #𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝟒𝐄𝐠𝐲𝐩𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞👇 🌱 975 applications 🌍 48 countries 🌾 241 eligible submissions 👩💼 44% female-powered ventures 🌟 58% youth-driven ventures (aged 30 or under) 🔄 Most popular priority area: Sustainable value chain development 🚀 Most popular stage of development: growth _______________________________________________________________________ Organized as part of CGIAR Regional Integrated Initiative on Fragility to Resilience in Central and West Asia and North Africa (F2R-CWANA) Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT - ICARDA; International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas - International Water Management Institute (IWMI) - International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) - Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Egypt - Academy of Scientific Research and Technology - Chemonics Egypt Consultants - Berytech - PRIMA Program - ALEXBANK - Climate Resilient Africa Fund - Syngenta Foundation for Sustainable Agriculture CGIAR Accelerate for Impact Platform (A4IP) CGIAR Excellence in Agronomy Initiative - CGIAR Digital Innovation Initiative - @CGIAR Mitigate+ Initiative - CGIAR Nature+ Initiative - CGIAR Hub for Sustainable Finance (ImpactSF) #innovation #technology #science #research #startups #climateaction #agenda2030 #SDGs #Egypt #Startup #InvestmentOpportunity #ClimateAction #SustainableAgriculture Nikos Christodoulides Υφ. Έρευνας, Καινοτομίας & Ψηφιακής Πολιτικής / DepMinistry of Research, Innovation & Digital Policy Ίδρυμα Έρευνας και Καινοτομίας/Research and Innovation Foundation Theodoros Loukaidis

Unveiling the future of agri-tech in Egypt! Explore Entlaq Holding's latest report, "The Untapped Potential of The Egyptian Agri-Tech Sector: Driving Innovation and Growth." Discover how agritech is shaping the future of Egypt's agriculture, a sector contributing 11.6% to the nation's GDP.                                      Agriculture remains a key pillar of Egypt’s economy, contributing significantly to its GDP. Through the introduction of technology and innovation, this sector holds enormous potential for enhanced productivity, sustainability, and profitability, further boosting the nation's economic growth. Ready to dive into the opportunities and challenges? Download the report now and be part of the innovation driving Egypt’s agricultural growth! https://lnkd.in/d6SRp6FW Mahaseel Farmtopia WAYA

70% of the world's fresh water is used for agriculture annually. That's over 2 quadrillion gallons of water, enough to cover the entire United States in 2 feet of water. This overexploitation has severely raised the risk of resource depletion. While consumerism, on the other hand, has been amplified by globalization, the increase in consumption of resource has put a strain on the environment. I am delighted to partner with the FoodTech Challenge 3.0 and support their noble cause of bringing novel and disruptive Ag-Tech solutions in the region as well as ensuring all countries reap the rewards of a food-secure future. FoodTech Challenge is supporting the phenomenal talented and innovative startups aligned with mother nature and impactful for the harsh conditions. Impact Partners Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation / Silal / ne'ma / Clinton Global Initiative Ecosystem Enablers Hub71 / Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) / Al Tamimi & Company / AGRA / International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) / startAD / CGIAR Accelerate for Impact Platform (A4IP) #Tamkeen تمكين #FoodTechChallenge @foodtechuae

Reflecting on an Unforgettable Journey: The Indo-Israel AgriTech Co-Incubation Summit I am pleased to share my recent experience at the Indo-Israel AgriTech Co-Incubation Summit. This event not only showcased the power of collaborative innovation but also strengthened the bilateral ties between India and Israel. Being part of the core team that strategized and executed this prestigious event was profoundly honourable. The summit emphasized the sustainable model of co-incubation, which drives the Delhi-NCR innovation ecosystem forward, highlighting the synergies between our nations. The diverse stakeholders—from embassy and government officials to incubators, investors, and brilliant entrepreneurs—offered a rich tapestry of insights into overcoming global agricultural challenges through innovation. This event marked a significant milestone in my professional journey, enriching my understanding of strategic communication, stakeholder management, teamwork, and leadership in a high-stakes environment. Continuing this tested co-incubation model, the #MSME sector will play a pivotal role in scaling such initiatives, providing a robust foundation for sustainable agricultural innovation. Public policy advocacy at national and international levels is imperative to support and expand these models, ensuring that they receive the necessary visibility and backing to transform our agricultural practices truly. "Helen Keller once said, 'Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.' This summit was a testament to that spirit of collaboration." Let’s continue to push the boundaries of what we can achieve together. I invite all stakeholders and policymakers to engage and drive these initiatives to new heights. #AgriTech #Innovation #CoIncubation #IndoIsrael #Leadership #Strategy #Entrepreneurship #Sustainability #PublicPolicy #MSME

Esther Kimani is a notable Kenyan innovator and the CEO of FarmerLifeline Technologies, a company focused on addressing agricultural challenges using cutting-edge technology. In 2024, she was awarded the prestigious Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation by the Royal Academy of Engineering for her pioneering work.  Her impact has already been felt by over 60,000 farmers in Kenya, and she aims to expand her solution to reach more than one million farmers across the continent. Her solar-powered device utilises artificial intelligence to help farmers detect and manage pests and diseases, which can reduce crop losses by up to 30% and increase yields by 40%. Her work continues to resonate, not only because of the technology itself but also due to her vision of a more sustainable and prosperous future for Africa's agricultural sector. #Top100Kenyans2024

🚀 Uncover the incredible potential of Egypt’s agri-tech sector with Entlaq Holding’s insightful report - “The Untapped Potential of The Egyptian Agri-Tech Sector: Fueling Innovation and Growth.” This in-depth study explores how #agritech can revolutionize Egypt’s agriculture, which currently contributes 11.6% to the nation’s GDP. 📈🌍 While challenges like water scarcity 💧, outdated practices ⏳, and limited tech access 🚜 remain, the report highlights exciting opportunities in precision farming, sustainable agriculture, and IoT solutions 📡. It also emphasizes the power of collaboration between policymakers, startups, and investors 🤝 to drive innovation, increase productivity, and position Egypt as a leader in sustainable agriculture worldwide 🌍🌱. The future of agriculture in Egypt is full of promise—learn how agri-tech is unlocking new possibilities for a more efficient, sustainable, and prosperous sector! 🌟 Source: https://lnkd.in/d6SRp6FW #FarmAfricaLLC #EntlaqHolding #AgriTech #EgyptAgriculture #InnovationInAgriTech #SustainableFarming #PrecisionAgriculture #TechInAgriculture #FutureOfFarming #AgriTechRevolution #IoTInAgriculture #WaterConservation #AgriculturalGrowth #EgyptEconomy #AgriTechSolutions #SustainabilityInAgriculture #TechForGood #SmartFarming #InvestInAgriTech #AgricultureInnovation

Africa has become the next global economic powerhouse. 💪 👨💻 East Africa is experiencing rapid growth in its Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector. Countries like Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda are emerging as regional tech hubs, attracting significant investment and talent. 🌾 East Africa's agricultural potential is significant, but realizing it requires addressing climate challenges, improving farming practices, and investing in irrigation and sustainable agriculture technologies.

The future of agriculture is to tap on available opportunities in supply value chain.The innovation in this sector will revolutionize the global economy and become a fulcrum of industrialization and job creation especially in the African continent.There is a need for African countries to invest heavily on innovation and create infrastructure to unlock the opportunities.

✳️ Promoting agriculture in Egypt with digital technology On February 20th, the World Bank Agricultural Specialist Fatma El Zahraa Yassin Aglan presented a lecture on agriculture in Egypt and Egypt Climate Smart Innovation and Tech-Based Entrepreneurship (EgCITE). As she illustrated, the agricultural sector has the largest share of household consumption and employment in Egypt, which emphasizes the importance of the agriculture sector in the country. However, climate change worsens their water crisis, and they are focused on strengthening climate-resilient agriculture by utilizing Climate Smart Technologies (CSA) to bolster the 3E (Equity, Efficiency, and Environment Sustainability). She mentioned that they endeavor to increase productivity by utilizing water and natural resources to enhance climate benefits. She underlined that they encourage CSA and focus on digital and ICT-based technology entrepreneurship. She highlighted the use of Digital Agriculture Technologies (DTA), which is purposed to collect, analyze, and optimize information throughout the agricultural value chain and leads to increased market efficiency and transparency. She added that implementations should be localized, and the application of digital technologies should not be an issue despite the limited digital literacy and infrastructure since the range of technology varies significantly. She explained that the technology can be a mobile phone to raise the precision in agriculture. She indicated that EgCITE aims to catalyze Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) and support entrepreneurship to reinforce 3E, and it focuses on data-driven innovation and agriculture technology. The pillars of EgCITE are to develop an informational platform to provide aggregated information in CSA Egypt and create productive partnerships by disseminating awareness and information via a virtual platform. It also includes the role of knowledge-sharing and raising capital formation. She highlighted the launch of the DigitalAG4Egypt initiative that stimulated competition across the region and presented innovative solutions. Her motivational lecture inspired the attendees to be aware of the issues challenged in the agricultural sector of Egypt and the innovative solutions needed to be approached in a more straightforward and adequate measure. #WorldBankGroup #KGGTF