Turning innovations into impactful ventures.

Beanstalk’s Drought Venture Studio is dedicated to tackling Australia’s most urgent drought and climate challenges in agriculture.

The Studio’s Drought Resilience Lab equips ag innovators with the resources, specialised support, and networks to turn their technologies into impactful ventures.

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Venture Studio Model for AgTech

Australia leads in both agriculture and research, yet the two often operate separately, leaving agtech innovations under-commercialised. Through our venture studio model, Beanstalk bridged the gap, turning research into real solutions for farmers.

Innovators Success Stories

After working with 84 innovators over the past two years, founders report stronger entrepreneurial skills, a clear growth plan, valuable networks, and industry exposure, setting them up for success.


What is the Beanstalk Venture Studio Model?

Tailored 1:1 Coaching

Dedicated weekly sessions to help identify and prioritise key risks, refine business model, validate assumptions, troubleshoot challenges, and set clear milestones throughout the program.

Expert Masterclasses

Targeted workshops on commercial viability, IP strategies, market analysis, and other critical early-stage topics.

Weekly Cohort Meetups

Collaborative sessions to share progress, exchange insights, and build a strong peer network.

Dedicated Pitch Practice

Structured coaching and rehearsals with real-time feedback to help innovators sharpen narrative and delivery for a commercial audience.

Specialist Support

Access to financial modelling, competitor research, visual design, and other specialist services.

Curated Connections

Curated opportunities to connect with industry experts, investors, and potential partners, with guidance on how to engage them at the right stage.

Beanstalk supports innovators with:

Entrepreneurial Capabilities

Skills, knowledge, and confidence in early-stage venture building, enabling innovators to tackle growth challenges and effectively lead their venture.

Venture Playbook

A pitch deck and commercialisation plan for communicating the opportunity for impact and the pathways for the next stages of growth.

Expanded Network

A strengthened network of peers, potential team members, advisors and investors for supporting the growth and success of the venture.

Industry Exposure

Creating visibility among a curated audience of investors, agribusiness leaders, and industry experts.


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