Ag Startup Engine

07/29/2026

New

“What excites us is that Quercus has built a platform with the potential to generate multiple product opportunities," says Flyover Capital

02/12/2026

On Tuesday, February 3, the Department of Treasury released the long‑awaited Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In response, Continuum hosted an emergency press conference to break down what this 170‑page document means for farmers, biofuel producers, and the...

09/11/2025

First stop of the 2025 Unconference Tour + Field: Alliant Energy Solar Farm, where crops grow beneath solar panels in a groundbreaking agrivoltaics project. See how innovation is reimagining farming + energy in the Midwest!🌱☀️ Register now: https://www.agstartupengine.com/event-details/2025-ag-innovators-unconference

09/04/2025

09/04/2025

This week, we had the pleasure of hosting several FFA State Officers during their partnership visits!

They learned about IowaBio’s role in supporting Iowa’s ag and bioscience sectors, and heard from IowaBio member Mikayla Mooney of Ag Startup Engine about how ag startups get funded.

The students even tackled a hands-on activity where they chose which companies they’d invest in, impressing us with their insight and professionalism!

Thanks to Iowa FFA Association for the visit and for growing the next generation of ag leaders! 👏

09/04/2025

Registration is open for our annual Agtech Unconference meeting, sign up today!

Are you a tech enthusiast with an interest in agriculture? Then you won't want to miss our annual Unconference about the latest advancements in AgTech! Join us on October 3, 2024.

12/22/2023

It's the holiday season (the holiday season) and whoop de doo - here's a special deal for you!

$150 gift certificate for only $100!

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12/22/2023

Fa la la la la, Merry Christmas!

12/13/2023

Last night, Genvax and ClearFlame Engine Technologies shared their impact on the Iowa Corn Board!

11/27/2023

Did you hear? Our Executive Director Joel Harris was featured on Pivot Bio’s show Farm Next to chat about the vision, mission, and “why” behind Ag Startup Engine and what we’re doing actively to champion the next generation of AgTech entrepreneurs.

ASE’s piece starts at 9:22. Watch Season 2, Episode 4 here: https://bit.ly/3sBHhSJ