Farming Innovation Grant

Summary:
This grant, funded by Innovate UK and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), supports farming, growing, and forestry businesses in England with up to £850,000 for feasibility studies. The program aims to improve productivity, sustainability, and resilience while moving the agricultural sector towards net zero emissions. Clinical trials are not eligible under this grant.

Sponsor:

• Innovate UK
• Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)

Eligibility:

• Open to single applicants only.
• Lead applicants must be established businesses in England, including:
  • Active farming businesses of any size
  • Growing businesses (e.g., horticulture, viticulture)
  • Forestry businesses
  • Sole traders and partnerships
• Not eligible if you received Innovate UK funding as a project lead within the past 5 years (before February 14, 2024).

Benefits:

• Access up to £850,000 to conduct feasibility studies for:
  • Innovative solutions to improve farm productivity, efficiency, and resource use
  • Sustainable farming practices and technologies
  • Climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies
  • Contributions to achieving net zero emissions in the agricultural sector
  • Developing new or improved products and services for the agricultural market
• Gain valuable insights and evidence to inform future research and development decisions.
• Contribute to a more sustainable and productive agricultural sector in England.

Deadline:

• Opens: December 18, 2023
• Closes: February 14, 2024 (closing soon!)

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