ACCELERATING
AGRICULTURE
STARTUPS
gener8tor runs several programs focused on investing in and supporting startups at the forefront of agriculture innovation.
Explore all opportunities below.
Our Agriculture Accelerators
gener8tor provides a concierge accelerator experience where we focus all of our time, energy and network on you. We support the growth of our startups through our network of experienced mentors, technologists, corporate partners, angel investors and venture capitalists. Programs range from 7 to 12 weeks.
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gener8tor AgTech Accelerator
gener8tor AgTech Accelerator invests in five high-growth agriculture startups per cohort.
Terms: Selected teams will receive a $100,000 cash investment directly into the current round (if raising) or via uncapped convertible bridge note (if not currently raising).
Location: Champaign–Urbana, IL
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HudsonAlpha AgTech Accelerator
The HudsonAlpha AgTech Accelerator invests in five high-growth cutting-edge, agriculture technology startups per cohort. .
Terms: Selected teams will receive a $50,000 investment for 5% of the Common Equity (required to participate) and a $50,000 Convertible Note (optional) for $100,000 total initial investment.
Location: Huntsville, AL
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gBETA AgBioScience
gBETA Agbioscience is a national-based accelerator for early-stage companies with a focus on agriculture innovations.
Terms: No investment
Location: Indiana
gener8tor Agriculture Conference
2025 Dates & Location TBA
The gener8tor Agriculture Conference brings together stakeholders in agriculture & food for two days of learning, networking and dealmaking.
Our Agriculture Portfolio
Founder Testimonials
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"gener8tor has opened so many opportunity pathways for our startup! From mentorship, to networking, to directly advocating with others on our behalf, gener8tor has over-delivered on our expectations. gener8tor has a way of drawing VCs that "get it" when it comes to the ag sector and making warm connections with pairings that have strong potential for a win-win. At their Agriculture Conference in Indianapolis, we were blown away by the number of face-to-face meetings we were able to arrange, many of which resulted in follow-up meetings and additional introductions. Our friends at gener8tor have enabled us to develop a community, help de-risk our launch, and provided encouragement each step of the way."
Andy Miller, TellTail
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“gener8tor is more than an accelerator—it’s a catalyst for startup success. From day one, the team took the time to understand our business, customizing their resources to fit our specific needs from refining our pitch deck to facilitating investor connections, or expanding our network, the Gener8tor AgTech accelerator gave us the support to hit key milestones at a fast pace. We entered with a vision, and thanks to Gener8tor, we left equipped with the tools, connections, and resources to turn that vision into a reality and successfully bring our product to market."
David Gaddes, Ranalia Biotech
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"gener8tor has been instrumental in accelerating our growth at Just Vertical. During our time in the program, the mentorship and resources they provided during the AgTech program significantly boosted our learning, allowing us to overcome challenges faster and make informed decisions. Their network opened doors we didn't even know existed, connecting us to investors and mentors who truly understand the potential of sustainable agriculture. Even post-program, gener8tor and our managing director Jack continue to support us with ongoing guidance and valuable introductions, especially through initiatives like the Lightning Rounds. The gener8tor team is not only our advocate but also a key part of our journey, helping us grow, expand our reach, and make a real impact"
Conner Tidd, Just Vertical
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"gener8tor has been a game-changer for ClearLeaf, opening numerous opportunity pathways since our participation three years ago. The program's value extends far beyond conventional accelerator offerings, with gener8tor consistently over-delivering on our expectations. One of gener8tor's standout features is their deep understanding of the agricultural sector - a rarity in the venture capital world. They excel at attracting and connecting us with VCs who truly 'get' the ag industry, facilitating warm introductions that have strong win-win potential. The gener8tor Agriculture Conference in Indianapolis, organized by gener8tor, was particularly impactful. We were amazed by the sheer number of face-to-face meetings we secured, many of which led to follow-up discussions and valuable introductions."
Néstor Zúñiga Arias, ClearLeaf Agro
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"AgTechLogic would not be where it is today and will be in the future if it was not for the gener8tor AgTech accelerator program. The people we met are still adding value to our growth. The business and financial support was critical to helping us craft our strategy and growth plans. We are very grateful to be part of the gener8tor community and look forward to continued collaboration."
Tom Gauthier, AgTech Logic
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“The gener8tor Agtech Accelerator has been a pivotal partner in our journey, at Shipshape. The team even helped us send our seeds to space. Their support, network, and strategic guidance have allowed us to achieve milestones we never thought possible. From scaling our business to refining our model, they’ve felt like an integral part of our team. The opportunity to work alongside their dedicated experts has been invaluable, and we couldn’t recommend the program more to any climate-tech or urban agriculture startup looking to reach new heights—quite literally.”
Dale Speetjens, ASLA, AICP, Shipshape Urban Farms
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"The gener8tor team and program were a fantastic experience for our team at IntelliCulture. From smaller block & tackle items like business health scorecards through to critical business progressions like investor relations, we still reap the rewards of the great program and connections. We also started our relationship with the Serra Ventures team who ended up leading our last round through the program!"
Cole Powers, Intelliculture
Some of Our Mentors
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Rebecca Vaught, Ph.D.
Van Heron Labs
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Kevin Gold
Integrated Openings Solutions
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Shawn M.
NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
The gener8tor Agriculture Team
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Christopher Udall
Managing Director
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Jack Marck
Managing Director
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Camilo Lozano
Program Manager
gBETA AgBioScience
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