January deadlines for major agri-tech funding calls

If you are looking for funding then do check the deadlines, many close in January 2020.
GCRF AgriFood Africa Innovation Awards – deadline 6th January 2020
For projects between an African partner and a UK research partner that is likely to lead to a longer-term relationship.
Innovate UK Smart Grants – deadline  8th January 2020
Smart is the new name for Innovate UK’s ‘Open grant funding’ programme. Innovate UK welcomes projects that overlap with the grand challenge areas but it is also keen to support projects in other areas. All SMEs involved in funded projects will also be offered business growth support from the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN).
Transforming Food Production Challenge – collaborating with China – deadline 15th January 2020
UK-China: precision for enhancing agricultural productivity. Businesses can apply for a share of up to £5 million of Innovate UK funding, to work with Chinese partners on developing new smart farming technologies.

Transforming Food Production – deadline 22nd January 2020

ISCF Future food production systems funding call is looking for ambitious solutions that can help move UK food production towards a sustainable future.

RDPE Growth Programme – deadline for expressions of interest 16th February 2020

RDPE Growth Programme provides grants for rural start-ups and businesses to purchase state-of-the-art equipment and machinery to grow their business.
For more information about funding calls