Agtech

Agtech startups & scaleups

What we do

Stone & Chalk is a leading innovation hub in Australia that supports agtech startups and scaleups. We provide a range of resources and services to help your business grow and succeed, including mentorship, funding opportunities, networking events, and workspaces.

Australian agtech startups and scaleups are leveraging technology to help farmers increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve sustainability, while also addressing key challenges facing the agriculture industry such as climate change, food security, and changing consumer preferences.

With the increased demand for tech solutions to agricultural problems, we’re committed to helping innovative agtech startups and scaleups thrive on a domestic and international stage.

Resident spotlights

  • Founder spotlight: Anna Falkiner from Cropify

    We spoke to Anna about how she came to start her company, the challenges facing women in emerging technology, and advice she'd pass along to women considering a career in the industry.

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  • Zondii: Unlocking the true value of food and fibre

    A resident spotlight on Zondii, an AgTech startup with a mission to revolutionise the way farmers access tools, science, and data to make informed decisions about their produce and farms.

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  • Octopusbot: Making waves in the grain markets

    A resident spotlight on Octopusbot, an AgTech startup leveraging technology to create innovative solutions in a market niche that has been overlooked by the mainstream - grain markets.

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How we help agtech startups & scaleups

  • Growth programs

    Our tailored growth programs offer agtech founders like yourself targeted strategies to help you grow, whether that’s through mentorships, capital raising assistance, or promotional support. We’re here to help you meet your specific targets so you can develop and scale your business.

  • Community networking

    We know it’s tough running a startup or scaleup, and you don’t have to do it alone. We’ve curated a community of like minded founders who understand the unique challenges and opportunities in the agtech industry. Join the community and surround yourself with people who will help you overcome challenges, grow your business, and accelerate innovation in the agriculture industry together.

  • Operations & infrastructure

    Our flexible workspaces located in the heart of Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide are designed to help you save time and resources, while providing a working environment where you and your team can thrive. Remove the burden of daily admin and concentrate on what really matters.

  • Growth programs

    Our tailored growth programs offer agtech founders like yourself targeted strategies to help you grow, whether that’s through mentorships, capital raising assistance, or promotional support. We’re here to help you meet your specific targets so you can develop and scale your business.

  • Community networking

    We know it’s tough running a startup or scaleup, and you don’t have to do it alone. We’ve curated a community of like minded founders who understand the unique challenges and opportunities in the agtech industry. Join the community and surround yourself with people who will help you overcome challenges, grow your business, and accelerate innovation in the agriculture industry together.

  • Operations & infrastructure

    Our flexible workspaces located in the heart of Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide are designed to help you save time and resources, while providing a working environment where you and your team can thrive. Remove the burden of daily admin and concentrate on what really matters.

Need support to grow your agtech startup or scaleup? Join our community today.

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Our agtech residents