UKRI / Defra
Farming Innovation Programme
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Grants for agricultural technology innovation. Multiple funding streams from feasibility to large-scale demonstration. Covers agri-tech, robotics, data science applied to farming.
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- —UK-registered business working in or with the agricultural sector.
- —All stages from startup to large established companies.
- —Collaborative projects with farmers, growers, or food businesses strongly encouraged.
- —Academic partners welcome.
- —Must demonstrate benefit to UK agriculture and food production.
About this grant
The Farming Innovation Programme funds innovation projects across the agricultural supply chain. Strands include: Research Starter (up to £30k feasibility), Industry-led Research and Development (up to £2m for R&D projects), Large R&D and Demonstration (up to £10m for large collaborative projects), and Feasibility Projects (£50k–£100k). Focus areas: precision agriculture, agri-robotics, AI and data science in farming, supply chain innovation, and sustainable farming practices.
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