1) Innovation and Feasibility 30%
– How original and innovative is the AI solution?
– Does it address a relevant problem in the agrifood sector?
– Can the proposed solution be turned into a real-life product or service?
2) Impact and Environmental Sustainability 30%
– How does the solution impact the agri-food systems?
– Does the solution contribute to environmental sustainability, such as reducing waste, optimizing resource use, or lowering emissions?
– What is the solution’s potential to create a positive social and economic impact on farmers, producers, or consumers?
3) Business Viability and Market Potential 20%
– Is there a clear value proposition for the target market?
– How well-defined is the revenue model, and is it financially sustainable?
– Is the solution scalable within the agrifood sector?
4) Teamwork and communication 20%
– How effectively does the team convey their AI solution (its value, its impact) and their project (their vision and objectives)?
– Does the team capitalise on the strengths of all its members?
– How well did the team solve barriers faced during the development of the business idea and respond to questions during the pitch?