Key Takeaways
- Frontier RNG has announced the third edition of the START AgriTech Scale-Up program, in collaboration with Arieli Innovate.
- The 2025 program will feature events in St. George, Utah (March 31–April 1) and Las Vegas, Nevada (April 2–3).
- START AgriTech has facilitated over 14 cross-country deals and supported 19 startups from 12 countries since its inception.
- This year’s program will focus on DeserTech, precision farming, plant health, agrivoltaics, regenerative agriculture, and WaterTech.
- Global agriculture leaders and innovators will collaborate to address pressing food security and sustainability challenges.
Frontier RNG’s START AgriTech Expands with New Events
Frontier RNG has announced the launch of the third edition of its START AgriTech Scale-Up program, with expanded events taking place in St. George, Utah, and Las Vegas, Nevada, in 2025. The program, run in collaboration with Arieli Innovate, aims to foster cross-border collaboration between AgriTech startups, global agricultural leaders, and climate experts.
The events at Atwood Plaza in St. George and UNLV’s Blackfire Innovation Center will connect innovative startups with a global network of investors, institutions, and industry experts.
Building on a Strong Foundation
Since its launch, the START AgriTech program has become a significant platform for fostering agricultural innovation between Utah and Israel. The program has partnered with institutions like Utah Tech University, UNLV, Haifa Group, Exit Ventures, and the World Trade Center Utah. It has facilitated over 14 commercial deals, supported 19 startups from 12 countries, and connected innovators with more than 120 experts and investors.
Yariv Erez, CEO of Frontier RNG, highlighted the program’s success, stating, “The START AgriTech program has established itself as a unique platform that successfully bridges the gap between innovative startups and global opportunities. It delivers significant value to all stakeholders.”
Focus Areas for 2025
This year’s program will prioritize innovation in key areas critical to food security and resource management, including:
- DeserTech
- Precision farming
- Plant health and nutrition
- Agrivoltaics
- Regenerative agriculture
- WaterTech
Leadership Perspectives
Jamie Schwartz, from UNLV’s Office of Economic Development, emphasized the program’s importance: “We are excited about this collaboration with Frontier to support innovative companies that aim to transform agriculture and food security. Programs like START AgriTech highlight the importance of creating sustainable solutions for the future.”
Michael Lacourse, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Utah Tech University, added: “Utah has established itself as a global innovator and THE startup state. Through partnerships like these, we are showcasing our state’s ability to lead on critical sustainability, conservation, and resilience.”
