Sprout Accelerator Application

Sprout Accelerator Application

Applications close 26 May 2026
Applications for the Sprout Accelerator Spring26 Cohort are now open until 11pm on Tuesday, 26 May 2026. Here are some tips for completing this application form:
- Be specific - ensure your information is concise and clear
- Be accurate - give truthful and original answers
- Answer to the best of your ability
- Allow up to 1 hour to complete your application
- If you can't finish now, click "save to resume later". Then check your email, you'll get a link to continue your application
- Submit your application before the deadline
Once you submit your completed application, you'll receive an auto-email outlining next steps with a copy of your application attached.

If you have any questions about applying for the Sprout Accelerator, please reach out to us at accelerator@sproutagritech.com
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
Venture name*
Venture: Any project, startup, or company developing an innovation into something that can be used in the real world (and potentially commercialised)—from early research and idea stage through to product and revenue.
Phone Number (include country code)*
Website link for venture
LinkedIn page link for venture
Facebook page link for venture

Venture Decsription
Note: In this section, we're keen to understand your perspective and insights. While you're welcome to use AI as a tool, please ensure your own original thinking remains central to your responses.
What is a one-line summary that best describes your venture?*

0/15
Provide a concise overview of your venture. Explain what product/technology you're developing for someone who isn't familiar with your area. *

0/100
Who are you developing your product/technology for? Describe the customer who will purchase it and use it.*

0/100
Describe the problem your product/technology addresses. What unmet need or pain point are you trying to solve? *

0/100
Why is your specific product/technology needed? Explain how it solves the problem you described. *

0/100
How would a customer use your product/technology in their daily life? Describe the use case.*

0/100

Venture Potential
Note: In this section, we're keen to understand your perspective and insights. While you're welcome to use AI as a tool, please ensure your own original thinking remains central to your responses.
YesNo
Please provide details about the customer interviews. Including who you've interviewed, how many interviews and insights generated.*

0/100
Please explain why you haven't completed customer interviews as part of market research.*

0/100
Describe your business model. How will you generate revenue from your product/technology?*

0/100
What is the market opportunity for your venture? Include TAM, SAM, SOM figures if available.*

0/100
List your competition (note: there's no such thing as 'no competition').*

0/100
Why is your product/technology a unique solution compared to your competition? What is your Unique Selling Proposition (USP)?*

0/100
What impact will your venture have in NZ and globally?*

0/100
What is your vision for the future for your venture?*

0/100

Final Application Questions
What challenges have you encountered with your venture to date and how did you overcome them?*

0/150
What challenges do you expect to encounter in the future and what support will you need to prepare for those challenges?*

0/150
What do you wish to gain from the Sprout Accelerator?*

0/150
If you are selected for the Sprout Accelerator, you will be paired with an expert mentor. How will you approach your weekly mentoring sessions to make the most of the time you have with your mentor?*

0/150
Is there any other information you'd like to share with Sprout?
Upload any file(s) you'd like to include to support your application.

Please name your file(s): "Venture Name - File description" (e.g. Sprout - Founder 1 CV)
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30-Second Video Submission: Elevator Pitch
Please submit a video, not exceeding 30 seconds, that delivers a high-impact elevator pitch for your idea or venture.

The pitch must concisely address the following three critical components:
- The Hook: Provide a compelling reason for immediate interest in your technology or solution.
- The Core Proposition: Clearly define who you are and what problem your technology solves.
- The Differentiator: State your Unique Selling Proposition (USP) and explain the unique advantages of your team.
Please name your file: "Venture Name - 30-Second Video Submission: Elevator Pitch"
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For Reporting Purposes Only

Please select the ethnicity, gender and age for the founder(s).

Rows	Ethnicity	Gender	Age
Founder 1

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Founder 2

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Founder 3

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Founder 4

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Founder 5

Venture Traction