Discover the latest innovations from food and ag startups with insights into sustainable farming and cutting-edge food tech.

Join Jenn Smith, Director of Food & Ag Innovation Programs at the Center for Regional Economic Advancement, Todd Schmit, Faculty Director of the Cornell Agricultural Marketing Research Program, and Maureen Ballatori, Founder and CEO of Agency 29, a creative agency for food, beverage, and agriculture brands, for a fireside chat about agriculture innovation as a strategy for economic development. After the discussion, enjoy elevator pitches and tabling by top food and ag startups from New York State.

Network with 2025 Grow-NY Food & Ag Business Competition finalists and Rev member Agritech startups. Connect with innovators, collaborate, and explore opportunities within Rev: Ithaca Startup Works’ entrepreneurial ecosystem while staying up to date with the food and agriculture sector.