Season 1, episode 2
Akoub
عكوب
Akoub AgriTech Services is an Egyptian agritech startup that uses agricultural drones, artificial intelligence and data analysis to pollinate date palms and spray pesticides.
Watch the pitchThe founders asked
2.5M EGP
for 15% · valuation 16.7M EGP
Result
No investment
They left without a deal
In short: Akoub pitched in Season 1, episode 2. The founders asked for 2.5M EGP for 15%, valuing the company at 16.7M EGP. They left without a deal.
Overview
Akoub AgriTech Services is an Egyptian agritech startup that uses agricultural drones, artificial intelligence and data analysis to pollinate date palms and spray pesticides. A drone can pollinate about 160 palms a day, compared with roughly 40 by hand, and the company targets Egypt's approximately 15 million palm trees. Its work also covers detecting palm diseases such as the red palm weevil and selling dates. Akoub was among the entries in the startup track of Ain Shams University's Innovate 2023 competition.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Akoub?
Akoub AgriTech Services is an Egyptian agritech startup that uses agricultural drones, artificial intelligence and data analysis to pollinate date palms and spray pesticides. A drone can pollinate about 160 palms a day, compared with roughly 40 by hand, and the company targets Egypt's approximately 15 million palm trees. Its work also covers detecting palm diseases such as the red palm weevil and selling dates. Akoub was among the entries in the startup track of Ain Shams University's Innovate 2023 competition.
When did Akoub appear on Shark Tank Egypt?
In Season 1, episode 2 (2023).
How much did Akoub ask for on Shark Tank Egypt?
2.5M EGP for 15%, valuing the company at 16.7M EGP.
Did Akoub get a deal on Shark Tank Egypt?
No. Akoub left the tank without a deal.
Where is Akoub based and when was it founded?
Founded in 2021.
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What is Akoub's website and social media?
On LinkedIn; links are on this page.
Where can I watch Akoub's pitch?
The pitch from Season 1, episode 2 is on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=CXB-v_8FIgs
Which episode of Shark Tank Egypt was Akoub in?
Season 1, episode 2. Also in that episode: Cut X, Mawared and Serket. Details →
Which sharks did Akoub pitch to?
The Season 1 panel: Ahmed El Sewedy, Mohamed Farouk, Hilda Louca, Mohamed Ismail Mansour, Abdallah Sallam and Ayman Abbas.
What sector is Akoub in?
Agriculture. 9 other Agriculture startups pitched on the show. Details →
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