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2026.06.16
GAIC 2026 applications are now officially open. We are inviting agrifood startups from across Asia and beyond to apply for Flavours of Tomorrow Festival 2026.
GAIC 2026 Competition Overview
Who Should Apply
GAIC is open to Seed to Series A startups working in agrifood, food technology, food security, and sustainability. Applications are free and evaluated on a rolling basis from August to October 2026.
The competition takes place over two days at GENEO, Singapore Science Park, with 40 shortlisted startups competing across four brackets — culminating in live 1v1 boxing ring pitch battles on Day 2.
Applications are free · Seed to Series A · Deadline: 5 October 2026

Key Dates
Applications open: 1 August 2026
Application deadline: 5 October 2026
Shortlist announced: 15 October 2026
Competition days: 5–6 November 2026
How to Apply
Complete the GAIC 2026 Startup Application Form
Await confirmation from our team within 5 business days
Shortlisted startups receive a pitch preparation briefing in October
Compete at GAIC — 5–6 November 2026, GENEO
"GAIC is designed to give the world's best agrifood startups a real stage, real investors, and a real shot at funding — not just another pitch competition."
— Organising Team, FOTF 2026
Category | Detail |
|---|---|
Event | GAIC 2026 at Flavours of Tomorrow Festival |
Date | 5–6 November 2026 |
Venue | GENEO, Singapore Science Park |
Prize Pool | SGD $15,000 + $1M Investment Pool |
Application Fee | Free |
Eligibility | Seed to Series A, AgriFood / AgriTech |