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Seedcorn: 2026 Timetable

The Seedcorn competition opens for applications on 5th March 2026 and concludes with an awards ceremony on 12th November.

Timetable for 2026 Seedcorn Competition

StageDate

Seedcorn open for Applications

Thursday 5th March
Seedcorn Promotional WorkshopsMarch - April
Closing date for Phase 1 applicationsFriday 24th April, 1pm
Announcement of Shortlisted CompaniesFriday 15th May
Seedcorn 1-2-1 Slots and WorkshopsMay - August
Closing date for Phase 2 uploadsFriday 7th August, 1pm
Announcement of Regional FinalistsFriday 28th August
Investment Pitch Master Classes
  • Tuesday 8th & Wednesday 9th September, Cork (Munster)
  • Tuesday 15th & Wednesday 16th September, Athlone (Connacht & Leinster)
  • Tuesday 22nd, Wednesday 23rd & Thursday 24th September, Dublin
  • Tuesday 29th & Wednesday 30th September, Belfast (Northern Ireland)
Announcement of Regional Winners
  • Tuesday 13th October - Cork (Munster)
  • Wednesday 14th October - Athlone (Connacht & Leinster)
  • Tuesday 20th October - Dublin
  • Wednesday 21st October - Belfast (Northern Ireland)
Final Judging and Awards CeremonyThursday 12th November