STARRISE Journey

What is the STARRISE Journey?

The STARRISE Journey consists of a mix of training (online and face-to-face), events with experts, personalised support for the development of innovation projects, mentorship and networking opportunities. All these activities are aimed at supporting the development of innovation projects in the Agri-food and Logistics sectors, especially in less developed EU and/or outermost regions.

To embark in this journey, SMEs and other organisations working in the Agri-food or Logistics sectors must apply to the STARRISE call. In the application, candidates are requested to present one innovative idea or join an existing project from the STARRISE catalogue (see more info below).

How does the STARRISE Journey work?

Hackathon (hybrid format)
Aim: explore new ideas and transform them into successful Innovation projects.
Timing: November – December 2024
Language: English

Innovation Masterclasses (online)
Topics: strategy, innovation, digitalization, starting-up, corporate venturing
Duration: 10 sessions with 2 hours each
Timing: November 2024 – April 2025
Language: English

Expert panel discussion (hybrid)
Topics: Latest trends and opportunities
Timing: Special session in the STARRISE final event in September 2025
Language: English

Training program focused on innovation investment projects
Aim: Support to further develop the selected innovation projects.
Timing: December 2024 – Jan 2025
Language: National languages

Individual support to projects
Aim: help to assess the feasibility, market maturity and bankability of innovation projects
Duration: up to 16 hours per project
Timing: February – April 2025
Language: National languages

Virtual workshop
Aim: Present the 15 best projects
Timing: Special session in the STARRISE final event, Sept 2025
Language: English

After the STARRISE call, the selected SMEs and other organisations will embark in the STARRISE Journey, starting with a set of capacity building activities from October 2024. The “Training/capacity building” component will be held online, in English, covering topics related to the generation and development of innovation projects.

A few months later, the “Innovation Investment Support” component will provide tailored training at national level (in the STARRISE participating regions) as well as individual support to develop and mature the innovation investment projects presented in the STARRISE call.

During the whole STARRISE journey, networking and collaboration activities and events will be promoted to strengthen the selected projects and increase their possibilities of success.

STARRISE catalogue

This catalogue includes some of the projects to be supported in the STARRISE Journey and are open for collaboration and contribution from SMEs and other organisations.

Download STARRISE catalogue

Can your organisation contribute and benefit from joining one of these projects? If so, you are welcome to apply to the STARRISE call

Which SMEs and other Agri-food sector organisations can be involved?

Primary stakeholders involved in crop cultivation, livestock farming, and food production.

Entities responsible for processing raw agricultural products into consumable food items.

Businesses responsible for the distribution and wholesale of food products to retailers.

Supermarkets, grocery stores, and other outlets where consumers purchase food products.

Restaurants, cafes, catering companies, and institutions serving prepared food items.

Organisations responsible for ensuring food safety, setting regulations, and overseeing compliance in the food industry.

Entities focused on innovation, technology, and research to improve agricultural practices, food processing, and product development.

Organisations representing consumer interests, advocating for food safety, quality, and sustainability

Which SMEs and other Logistics sector organisations can be involved?

Involved in the movement of goods from producers to distributors, retailers, or consumers. Includes shipping, trucking, and rail companies

Entities providing storage solutions for goods before distribution.

Businesses responsible for the distribution and wholesale of food products to retailers

Companies developing software and technological solutions for logistics, e.g. route optimisation, tracking systems, and inventory management.

Organisations overseeing import/export regulations, tariffs, and customs clearance processes.

Companies providing materials and solutions for packaging goods for transportation and storage.  

Organisations representing the interests of logistics companies and professionals, fostering collaboration and industry standards.  

It’s a match? Join us!

Apply to the STARRISE call and try your chances to embark in the STARRISE call. If the call deadline is passed but you would like to know how to join a project, contact a STARRISE consortium partner.