The MAPA promotes innovation in agricultural biotechnology through the StartBEC program: six companies were selected in the second edition.
Description
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food, in collaboration with the AINIA technology center, has selected six startups that will perfect their bioeconomy solutions and processes within the second edition of the StartBEC technology development program . This program seeks to foster sustainable innovation in areas such as sustainability, the circular economy, and biomass production.
The six selected are: BioMixing, Bzero, Catalyxx, ProtheiMA, Madeinplant and Néboda Farms.
Benefits of the StartBEC program :
- Personalized technological mentoring.
- Pilot tests at AINIA facilities.
- Technological innovation dynamics with experts.
- Technological stays for development and validation.
- Technology monitoring service and support in R&D&I financing.
The first edition of StartBEC in 2023 laid the groundwork for the program's success, enabling participating companies to consolidate their projects in the market. This effort is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the 2030 Agenda, underscoring the Ministry and AINIA's commitment to sustainable innovation and the bioeconomy.