There are a number of places offering funding for agri-tech developments. We include the latest calls on this page and try and signpost other opportunities.
Apply for funding to support established research partnerships between business and academic institutions.
New funding being released by Defra.
Shake Climate Change uses a return on investment venture funding scheme. Start-up funding is provided in Phase 3 of the programme in the form of a convertible, interest-free loan. Equity investments may also be considered, although only for companies that are more advanced or require capital to overcome short-term, growth barriers.
A new drive to encourage farmers and landowners across England to plant and manage more trees has been launched today (25 January).
Farmers and growers in England can apply for up to £500,000 in Government funding from today to invest in cutting edge robotics and technology to boost food production.
Considering an investment in robotics, on-farm water storage or LED lighting then grants are available through the Farming Investment Fund
A new long-term funding programme to support farmers, growers, foresters and other businesses to embrace innovative new ways to maximise productivity and drive sustainability has opened for applications today, 20 October.
In October 2021, Defra will launch the first of its competitions within the ‘Industry-led R&D Partnerships fund’. The aim of the fund is to encourage groups of farmers, growers, businesses and researchers to get involved in collaborative research and development.
A new dairy response fund will open for applications on 18 June, Farming Minister Victoria Prentis confirmed today.
Funding programme for career researchers with an interest in science entrepreneurship
A new Business Resilience and Recovery Scheme has been launched to support Norfolk and Suffolk’s businesses through the COVID-19 pandemic and into economic recovery.
Small firms who have been in business for less than two years and who are unable to secure finance from other sources could be eligible for a Start-up Loan.