The National Agriculture Center (NAC) and Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) have launched Agriboost, a dedicated six-week acceleration program designed to empower early-stage agri-tech startups. This sprint-based initiative aims to help founders refine market-ready solutions and tackle the UAE’s most pressing agricultural challenges.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Incubation Program
- For: Early-stage and seed-stage agri-tech startups based in the UAE
- Key Benefits: Participation costs covered (valued at AED 15,000), free co-working space, expert mentorship, and market access
- Application Deadline: February 20, 2026
- Location: Sharjah, UAE
Incubation Program Overview
Agriboost is a specialized six-week program focused on validating products and building commercially viable business models tailored to the UAE’s agricultural ecosystem. Organized by Sheraa and NAC, the program utilizes a sprint-based methodology, allowing startups to work through rapid, structured weekly cycles.
Participants will engage in a 2-day intensive bootcamp followed by a 6-week incubation phase. The curriculum focuses on market validation, product development, go-to-market strategies, and fundraising readiness. The program culminates in a Demo Day where startups will pitch at the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026.
Key Benefits
Selected startups will receive a comprehensive package of support designed to accelerate their growth:
- Financial Support: Participation costs valued at AED 15,000 per startup are covered for the duration of the program.
- Ecosystem Access: Discounted business licensing and free co-working space at Sheraa.
- Expert Mentorship: 1:1 advisory sessions with industry leaders, plus hands-on guidance for design, technical development, and prototyping.
- Market Entry: Access to the National Agriculture Center’s network and introductions to potential customers and partners.
- Software & Tools: Access to perks for product development, CRM, data analytics, and cloud hosting.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Agriboost program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Stage: Early-stage or seed-stage startups with prototype or MVP-stage products ready for field testing or validation.
- Location: Startups must be based in the UAE.
- Focus: Teams must be developing technologies that enhance productivity, sustainability, or operational efficiency in agriculture (including food security, water use, and automation).
- Commitment: Founders must be committed to participating fully in the program’s sprints, mentoring sessions, and activities.
Key Dates and Schedule
- Applications Open: January 15, 2026
- Applications Close: February 20, 2026
- Sprint Bootcamp: March 2 – 3, 2026
- Incubation Program: March 4 – April 14, 2026
- Demo Day: April 2026
How to Apply
Entrepreneurs ready to shape the future of agriculture in the UAE should submit their applications before the deadline.
Application Deadline: February 20, 2026 Apply Here: Agriboost Application Portal
About Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa)
The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) is a government-supported entity launched in 2016 with a mandate to build the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Sharjah. Headquartered at the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park, Sheraa supports entrepreneurs as they build and grow innovative startups that contribute positively to the region’s economy.
Learn More: Sheraa Agriboost
