The acceleration program for agritech companies is developed in partnership with INA, CRUSA, and IICA. It is designed to foster the development and scalability of ten early-stage SMEs in the technology and/or innovative services sector for agrifood industries.
10 BENEFICIARY COMPANIES
Participating companies will receive a grant jointly provided by INA and CRUSA, covering 95% of the total program cost. Each company will be responsible for contributing the remaining 5% from its own resources.
Program cost: $11,200 per company
Amount covered by INA and CRUSA:$10.640
Amount covered by the company:$560
Participation requirements
1.
Companies with a product or service already in the market (currently generating sales).
2.
Technology companies focused on agriculture, fisheries, or aquaculture.
3.
Companies whose technology generates a measurable positive environmental impact.
4.
Companies with internationalization potential (opportunities in international markets).
5.
Have at least one staff member (ideally two) with decision-making authority available to participate in all program activities.
6.
Have up to 100 full-time employees on payroll.
7.
Be willing and financially able to cover 5% of the total program cost.
8.
To be up to date with the financial obligations to the CCSS.
9.
To be up to date with the financial obligations to the Ministry of Treasury.
10.
Be registered at the National Registry.
11.
Have no existing commercial relationship with INA.
12.
Provide certification issued by the corresponding bank indicating the customer account and IBAN numbers for an account in colons, into which INA can disburse grant monies.