Tyson Ventures Calls Startups to Apply for Tyson Demo Day

SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Tyson Ventures, the venture capital arm of Tyson Foods, announced a call for applications for the fourth annual Tyson Demo Day. Tyson Demo Day 2025 will focus on advancing artificial intelligence in food technology, emphasizing consumer and customer brand engagement and innovation in research and development and reimagining product development processes. This year’s event will take place on July 9, in Northwest Arkansas.

“This year, we’re spotlighting the transformative potential of AI to enhance how we connect with customers and consumers, design innovative products and deliver exceptional experiences,” said Doug Kulka, Tyson Foods chief information and technology officer.

Startups with AI-driven solutions in areas that focus on customers and consumers are invited to apply. These spaces could include areas such as customer insights, consumer feedback integration, advanced product and packaging concepts and visuals, efficiencies in R&D, customer and consumer personalization and analytics for innovation.

Selected startups will have the opportunity to pitch their innovations at Tyson Demo Day, held at the Tyson Foods World Headquarters in Springdale, Ark. Participants could also gain access to mentorship from Tyson Foods leaders, pilot and testing and opportunities for commercial partnerships.

Interested startups and entrepreneurs should apply online by May 2. For more information and to submit an application, visit the Tyson Ventures website.