Launching Soon!

Register now for the 2026 AgriSpace Melbourne Investor Tour! An evokeAg Side Event

Where investors, growers, and early stage agtech ventures meet to accelerate innovation in agriculture

We are dedicated to driving innovation in the agricultural sector by connecting investors and growers with early-stage agtech ventures developing new technologies to improve productivity, sustainability, and resilience.

 

AgriSpace is an early-stage agtech investment syndicate facilitated through an intuitive online platform bringing together investors and growers with agtech venture businesses. The syndicate structure allows individual capital to be pooled together to invest in selected agtech ventures featured on the platform. Individuals can opt in or out of each deal and, due to the pooled nature, the minimum investment sizes are lower. Startups are able to reach multiple investors through the platform and for an investment to appear as one line item on their cap table.

Creating flexible capital options to address the agtech funding gaps

Member Subscriptions

Flexible subscription options, join today!

Investors & Growers:

$99 per year access fee

JOIN NOW
Agtech Startups:

3 months access ($450)

Join Now
Agtech Startups:

6 months access ($720)

JOIN NOW
Agtech Startups:

12 months access ($1080)

JOIN NOW

Why Join?

Investors & Growers:

    • Early Access to Innovation – Connect directly with emerging Agtech ventures through providing feedback and potential trial partnerships

    • Lower Barriers to Entry – Funds are pooled therefore the minimum investment size for individuals can be lower (A$5k minimum) and you can opt in/out of each opportunity

    • Streamlined Admin – The backend is managed by a third-party investment group (GXE) with an AFSL licence who manages the investment process from end to end

    • Expert Insights – Our experienced Investment Committee review each syndicate deal and share the deal notes as a starting point for your own due diligence

    • Support – Whether you’re new to angel investing or looking to diversify, we provide the resources, guidance, and networks you need

$99 per year access fee
JOIN NOW
Investor - Subscription Instructions
Agtech Startups:

  • Your Fundraise Co-pilot – Pitching, fundraising, and investor relations in one platform, offering tools for building pitch documents, managing a data room, communicating with investors plus investor matching capability

  • Bridge the Funding Gap – We help you overcome the “valley of death” between bootstrapping (founder, friends & family) and later stage capital

  • Strategic Capital – Attract investors who have firsthand understanding of agriculture and may benefit from your innovation plus could provide valuable feedback or become trial partners and potential future customers

  • Streamlined Admin – One line on your cap table due to pooled investment and intuitive platforms

  • Mentorship & Support – Access a network of experienced industry advisors and structured mentorship programs to help your business grow

  • Expert Feedback – All startups on the platform receive pitch feedback from our experienced Investment Committee

3 months access ($450)
JOIN NOW
6 months access ($720)
JOIN NOW
12 months access ($1080)
JOIN NOW
Founder - Subscription Instructions

TEAM

Steph Kirchhofer

Manager

Dr Natasha Teakle

Investment Committee - Experienced Investor & Ag Expert

Matt Macfarlane

Investment Committee - Experienced Investor

Josh Garrett

Investment Committee - Experienced Investor

Sonya Comiskey

Investment Committee - Agtech/Startup Advisors

More announcements soon!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What is angel or early stage investing?

An angel investor is an individual who provides capital to early stage businesses (startups) in exchange for equity in that business. It generally sits between bootstrapping (founders, family & friends capital) and later stage funding or venture capital investment.

Is angel investing risky?

Yes, it is a higher risk investment strategy and should be considered as part of a diversified investment portfolio, with some investors choosing to allocate 5-10% of their portfolio to high risk/potential high reward ventures.

What is an angel investment syndicate?

An angel syndicate is a group of investors who pool their money to collectively invest in one or more early stage businesses.

Why Agtech?

As global demand for food increases, Agtech is becoming critical to meeting production needs while addressing climate change, labour shortages, and environmental impact. However it is one of the most underfunded innovation sectors globally and in Australia.

How does the AgriSpace platform work?

AgriSpace is an online investment platform that uses Raaise technology to connect Agtech ventures with potential investors. For startups, it acts as a co-pilot for pitching, fundraising, and investor relations and streamlined admin through syndication. For investors, it provides a simple platform to view potential opportunities and to engage with the founders and other investors. It also provides syndication options, and if you as an investor choose to proceed with a syndicate investment in one of the startups (and qualify as a sophisticated investor), you will have access to a private deal room managed by GXE, a third-party investment group with an AFSL that looks after all the investment documentation.

What are the fees for investors?

Investors pay a $99 annual fee, which provides access to all screened opportunities, deal notes, educational materials plus the ability to engage with founders and other investors. If you choose to invest in any of the syndicated opportunities, GXE management fees are 2.5% on the amount invested upfront and a 5% carry (profit share) on returns at exit. Example: Pay $99 AgriSpace annual fee for access to all deals. If you invest $10,000, GXE $250 management fee (2.5%) = total amount paid upfront $10,250 (investment amount plus management fee). On exit: If your profit share is $5,000, the GXE carry fee is $250 (5%) = $4,750 (profit share less carry fee). Your return is initial investment of $10,000 + profit of $4,750 = $14,750

What is the minimum investment amount?

The minimum cheque size for an individual investor is $5,000, and members can choose which deals they want to invest in.

Will an investment be automatically accepted?

No, as this is a syndicate the pooled amount from investors in the AgriSpace syndicate needs to meet the minimum investment amount required by each startup. If that minimum is not met the investment through the syndicate will not go ahead.

Are there specific criteria investors need to meet to join AgriSpace?

Yes, investors will need to meet the sophisticated investor criteria which, in Australia, means you must have net assets of $2.5m or gross income of $250k per annum over a two year period.

What are the fees for agtech startups?

3 months $450 ($150pm in advance) | 6 months $720 ($120pm in advance) | 12 months $1080 ($90pm in advance). This covers access to all features of the platform which acts as a co-pilot for pitching, fundraising, and investor relations. It offers tools for building pitch documents, managing a data room, and communicating with investors along with investor matching. Also included is a review and feedback on your venture from our experienced investment committee and the opportunity for syndication.

What are the benefits of joining AgriSpace for an agtech venture?

Investment by growers and others in the agricultural sector who understand the challenges in the industry which are being addressed by agtech ventures. These same investors are strategically aligned and can provide feedback, be trial partners and potential future customers. Whilst there is a focus on those in the ag industry, the platform is open more broadly to investors in all sectors.

Why is a syndicate structure helpful for an early stage venture?

It pools smaller investment amounts to meet your minimum investment size meaning there is just the one investment from the syndicate as one entity on your cap table which streamlines admin for you.

Who reviews the startup applications?

An Investment Committee of agriculture industry experts, startup advisors, and experienced investors will review applications. Feedback will be provided to all applicants and those who are accepted onto the platform will have deal notes written, which will be available to investors for review.

Is investment guaranteed for startups?

No, being on the platform provides investors with the opportunity to review your information and do their own due diligence to decide if they will invest. Syndicate investment via GXE occurs only if your minimum investment threshold is met.

What is the "valley of death"?

The "valley of death" is a funding gap that occurs after a startup's initial bootstrapping (capital from founders, family and friends) phase but before later stage funding or venture capital investment. It is a particularly difficult period for capital-intensive agtech startups.

What is the time horizon for these investments?

Angel investors should look at a 5-10 year time horizon for their investments. Returns on angel investments typically come when the business has an 'exit,' such as a trade sale, an initial public offering (IPO), or an acquisition.

All information provided on this website is general and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial situation, or needs. If you take action on the basis of the information provided on this website without first consulting a professional advisor, you do so entirely at your own risk. AgriSpace does not accept any liability for the results of any actions taken or not taken based on information in this site, or for any negligent misstatements, errors or omissions.

Scroll to Top
We use cookies

By using our site you agree to our use of cookies to deliver a better site experience.

Got It