ABOUT THE PROGRAM
A funded pilot program for climate-smart agriculture
Climate change is increasing risk to agricultural productivity, supply chains, and food security across Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). At the same time, many agribusinesses still face barriers to adopting Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) solutions, including limited access to proven technologies, knowledge gaps, and the risks involved in piloting new approaches.
AGRInnova II supports pilot-ready partnerships between LAC agribusinesses and Israeli CSA technology providers. The program is built for partnerships that have identified a specific challenge and a proposed solution, and are ready to move into a structured, funded pilot.
WHY AGRINNOVA II
Benefits for both sides of the partnership
FOR TECHNOLOGY PROVIDERS
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Implement a funded pilot with a committed agribusiness partner around a shared operational challenge
Build commercial opportunities in new markets
Validate your technology in real field conditions
Pilot your solution with leading agribusiness partners in Latin America and the Caribbean
APPLICATION PROCESS
How to apply
AGRInnova II is based on joint applications submitted by partnerships that are ready to pilot together.
Form a partnership
Define a pilot concept
Submit a joint application
Evaluation and selection
Pilot implementation
Who can apply
Private-sector agribusinesses in Latin America and the Caribbean
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Israeli climate-smart agriculture technology providers
Applications must be submitted jointly by both partners.
Each partner may participate in up to 3 applications
LAC agribusiness without a technology partner?
Express your interest here
ELIGIBILITY
Requirements & selection
Evaluation criteria:
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Relevance of the challenge and context (20%) - Clarity and significance of the problem to be addressed, including the operational, economic, environmental, and climate context, and how the challenge links to at least one thematic focus area.
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Pilot proposal quality and feasibility (20%) - Strength of the proposed pilot concept, including scope, implementation approach, roles and responsibilities, timeline, budget and cost-share structure, proposed KPIs/success criteria, and operational feasibility at the proposed site(s).
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Partnership readiness and commitment (20%) - Demonstrated commitment of both partners to execute the pilot and support post-pilot adoption, including availability of counterpart resources (financial and human), governance arrangements, and ability to manage technical, operational, and organizational barriers.
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Technology solution, provider capacity, and scaling potential (40%) - Fit and maturity of the proposed CSA technology for the stated challenge and operating context, the technology provider's ability to deliver the pilot and provide support, and the likelihood of adoption and scale-up after the pilot.
Minimum requirements:
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A defined pilot concept including objectives, scope, timeline, and budget
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Signed commitment from both parties
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Operational readiness to implement a pilot in the 2026–2027 season
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Each partnership may submit one pilot application only
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Each LAC agribusiness may participate in up to 3 pilot-applications
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Each Israeli Technology Provider may participate in up to 3 pilot-applications
Selection focus:
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Clear relevance to climate-smart agriculture (mitigation/adaptation)
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A well-defined real-world challenge with measurable impact
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Feasible pilot plan (scope, timeline, KPIs)
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Potential to improve agribusiness profitability and operational performance
Priority considerations:
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IDB Invest may prioritize applications from current IDB Invest clients and prospects, consistent with program objectives and internal procedures. (see relevant projects: https://idbinvest.org/en/projects)
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For technology providers, experience in Latin America and the Caribbean (an advantage)
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Early submission is encouraged. Applications submitted by the Priority Deadline, June 30, will be reviewed first, selected slots may be filled before the final deadline.
TIMELINE
Key Dates
May 18, 2026
Open Call Launch
June 8, 2026
Webinar for Applicants
June 30, 2026
Priority deadline
July, 2026
Priority Deadline Evaluation
July 31, 2026
Application Deadline
August, 2026
Application Review & Selection
2026–2027 Agricultural Season
Pilot Implementation
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FAQ
Do I need a partner before applying?
Yes, for the main call. AGRInnova II is built around existing partnerships that apply jointly. Technology providers are expected to apply jointly with an agribusiness partner. If you don't yet have one, you should establish a partnership before applying. Agribusinesses without a partner can still express their interest here.
Are you an agribusiness in LAC without an identified technology partner?
You may still register your interest via Track 2. Please note: this does not guarantee matchmaking, pilot development, or inclusion in the current pilot cycle.
Is this a matchmaking program?
No. AGRInnova II is not a matchmaking program. Applications are expected to be submitted by existing partnerships that are ready to pilot together. Agribusinesses without a partner can still express their interest here, while technology providers should secure a relevant agribusiness partner before applying.
Can one organization submit more than one application?
Each partnership may submit one application only.
Each LAC agribusiness may participate in up to three applications in total, and each Israeli technology provider may also participate in up to three applications in total.
Who selects the final pilots?
Final evaluation, prioritization, and selection decisions are made by IDB Invest. IDB Invest may prioritize applications from current clients and prospects, consistent with program objectives and internal procedures.
What should the application include?
A defined challenge, a proposed solution, a high-level pilot concept, budget logic, timeline, and supporting documents.
What is Track 1? What is Track 2?
AGRInnova II has two application tracks:
Track 1 is the main track - a joint application submitted by a LAC agribusiness and an Israeli CSA technology provider who are ready to pilot together.
Track 2 is an expression of interest for LAC agribusinesses that have not yet identified a technology partner. Track 2 submissions do not guarantee selection, matchmaking, or pilot financing under the current cycle.
AGRInnova II Open Call
The AGRInnova II Open Call is administered by GrowingIL, in partnership with IDB Invest (the private sector arm of the Inter-American Development Bank Group), and with the support of the Israeli Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and the Israeli Ministry of Finance.
AGRInnova II aims to advance pilot-ready collaborations that address productivity, sustainability, and climate resilience challenges in the agribusiness sector. This call for applications seeks to find LAC agribusinesses interested in piloting innovative climate-smart agriculture technology solutions from Israel.
Contact
For questions about the program or your application, please reach out to:
