Competition

Grow-NY

Closed

This call is closed. The page stays up for reference; check the official page for the next round.

Grow-NY is a global food and agriculture startup competition awarding up to $1 million in milestone-based investment prizes. Winning companies must establish a presence and create economic impact in designated regions of Upstate New York for at least 12 months.

Key facts

Organiser
Empire State Development / Cornell University
Deadline
May 15, 2026
Opens
March 1, 2026
Amount
$1,000,000 · Investment
Equity
Not stated
Entry fee
Free to apply
Open to
Anywhere
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed
Sectors
Food and agriculture
Format
Hybrid
Location
United States
Application languages
English

Verified on September 28, 2026 against the official page.

Facts are summarised from the official page and can change without notice. Always confirm the rules and deadline there before you apply.