As we slowly settle into longer days, we are charging ahead with our programme of events and are excited to be picking up conversations and introductions with our members and the wider agri-tech community.
We kick off January reflecting on a record-breaking REAP Conference 2024 and consider the future of UK food security.
Plus our line-up of events and opportunities is waiting for you..!
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Monthly Musing
How threatened is the UK's food security? At the end of 2024, an independent UK Food Security Report was released providing several key - and uncomfortable - facts. This month we consider how innovation can safeguard our food supply.
REAP 2024 will be remembered for its record attendance and captivating discussions, from Dr. Grant’s AI vision to the paradox of data-sharing. Highlights include a live ITV broadcast and farmer insights on tech adoption. The Report is live!
Agri-TechE Director and Founder, Belinda Clarke, was awarded an OBE for her contributions to agri-tech and farming at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle on 15 January 2025, presented by Her Royal Highness, The Princess Royal.
AgriSound uses AI-powered smart listening technology to monitor pollinator activity and provide real-time data for habitat management, conservation, biodiversity and sustainability reporting.
Greens of Soham farms over 4,000 hectares in the UK and is the largest producer of potatoes and beetroot, supplying year-round along with onions, cereals, and arable crops.
Horticulture Nova Scotia is a non-profit representing vegetable, berry and nursery growers. It promotes Nova Scotia produce and supports its members via advocacy, research and education.
Intelligent Growth Solutions develops and provides scalable vertical farming technology for growing a variety of crops, including herbs, salads, fruits and microgreens.
ip21 is an intellectual property firm specialising in Life Sciences, Chemistry, AI, and Engineering. Their services include drafting, portfolio management, and commercial consultancy.
Vitabeam has developed the VQe MaxStrip, an LED light bar used in agriculture and food storage to kill bacteria and mould, while boosting plant yield by stimulating photosynthesis.
The Farmers Weekly Podcast dedicated its final episode of 2024 to our REAP Conference, where host Johann Tasker interviewed key attendees, including Agri-TechE members Anna-Sophie Deetjen (Morrow) on revolutionising coffee production, Tom Scrope (Soil Benchmark) on tools for the Sustainable Farming Incentive, Neil Johnson (Dyneval) on advanced livestock breeding technology, Phil Taylor (Bayer) on data science in crop protection, Mark Evans (UPP) on the future of broccoli, and Nick Sheppard (Upton Suffolk Farm) on the real-world impact of agri-tech in farming.
Discover how AI, computer vision, and tracking tech are improving animal welfare in poultry, pigs, and cattle. Learn trends in farm health, productivity, and sustainability, and connect with industry experts online.
Innovating With, and For, Farmers 6 March 2 - 3.30pm
A virtual event for Connections Week 2025 to explore how farmers and innovators can collaborate effectively. Learn about co-designing solutions, sharing results, and managing trials to drive real-world impact.
Ag101 - An Intro to the Industry 22 May 10 - 4.30pm
Join us for Ag101, a one-day introduction to the agricultural and horticultural industries. Learn from farmers, explore the supply chain, and connect with key industry players to better understand your own role.
The Innovation Hub at the Royal Norfolk Show offers a fantastic platform to showcase your agri-tech innovations to farmers, businesses, and the public at one of the largest agricultural events in the UK. Apply to exhibit your tech before 14 February.
Develop your research into commercial solutions for farmers through hands-on mentoring and expert feedback. Each workshop - focused on potatoes (31 Jan), cereals (28 Feb), and field vegetables (13 Mar) - helps refine your idea and pitch to an expert panel.
The BridgeAI Innovation Exchange (iX) seeks medium to large UK-based enterprises operating within certain high-growth potential sectors including agriculture and food processing to engage with AI solution providers to tackle your own specified productivity challenge.
