Seedcorn Regional Finalists announced as 36 companies from across the island compete to be crowned the winners of the prestigious competition
InterTradeIreland has unveiled the regional finalists for the Seedcorn Competition, following entries from emerging businesses across the B2B, B2C and Deep Tech categories.
The competition, aimed at independent ventures incorporated on the island of Ireland in the seed, start up or early stages of business development, is the perfect chance for businesses to become investor ready, mirroring the real-life investment process.
Every business idea submitted is reviewed by a team of investment experts and entrants are each given individual feedback. Shortlisted companies also get a unique opportunity to pitch to investors and business leaders.
Each of the four regions, Northern Ireland, Dublin, Munster and Connacht & Leinster, has 9 finalists, comprising 3 finalists in each category.
NI Finalists:
| B2C | B2B | Deep Tech |
| Gran Lab | Preservoir | Antigenisis Biologics |
| Breadly | Aphom | Sonas Pharma |
| Optimal Innovations | SVI Digital | Phealthcare Ltd. |
Dublin Finalists:
| B2C | B2B | Deep Tech |
| The Better Market | RocketBox | PollinKnow |
| Tutorgrowth | Kids Speech Labs | Glyvantis Bio |
| Tomorrows | EchoByld | HAON Life Science |
Connacht & Leinster Finalists:
| B2C | B2B | Deep Tech |
| Blynk + Drinks | BT-Brotech | Skill Studio AI |
| Well Preserved | VetPal Technology | Re-Therm Sustainability |
| Fire & Filth | Civant Technologies | eAltra |
Munster Finalists:
| B2C | B2B | Deep Tech |
| HomeBot Ireland | Pangaea Life Science Solutions | Oscil Tech |
| Ainmhi Beauty | Derah Software Solutions | Substrato Medical |
| IPERA | CYBERLINK Technologies | Kinematic Tracing Systems Ltd |
Seedcorn continues to support the next generation of high-growth businesses by providing a platform to showcase innovation, strengthen investment propositions and build valuable connections with investors, judges and industry experts.
The quality of this year's regional finalists has been outstanding, reflecting the strength of entrepreneurial talent, innovation and growth ambition across the island. Reaching this stage is a significant achievement and highlights the considerable potential within Ireland's start-up ecosystem.Shane O’Hanlon, Funding for Growth Manager, InterTradeIreland
Prior to attending the regional final, each of the listed 36 companies will have the opportunity to attend an investment pitch master class to assist them in the preparation of their pitch.
Following the regional finals, 12 regional category winners, four B2B, four B2C and four Deep Tech companies, will be selected to progress to the all-island semi-finals on the morning of 12 November 2026, where they will pitch to an independent judging panel.
The judges will then select the three category winners, who will advance to the all-island final that afternoon. The overall winners will be announced at the awards ceremony that evening.
Category and overall winners will receive prize funding of either €130,000 or €100,000, awarded in instalments and linked to the achievement of agreed business milestones, helping to support the early stages of business growth.
