Farming Innovation Programme: feasibility round five
Forecasted
UK Research and Innovation’s Farming Innovation Programme: feasibility round five funds collaborative research tackling key on-farm and post-farmgate challenges to boost innovation and sustainability in UK agriculture.
Funder: UK Research and Innovation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (competition closing date, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to £15 million total; project costs must be £200,000–£500,000; funding covers up to 70% of costs for small businesses, 60% for medium, 50% for large.
Summary: Supports collaborative feasibility projects advancing innovation in UK agriculture through the Farming Innovation Programme.
Key Information: Competition is open to UK business-led collaborations; projects must benefit farmers, growers, or foresters in England.
Description
This opportunity funds feasibility studies that develop innovative solutions to address significant on-farm or immediate post-farmgate challenges in the UK agricultural sector. Delivered by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) in partnership with Innovate UK and Defra, the programme aims to enhance productivity, sustainability, and resilience across farming, growing, and forestry. Projects must be collaborative and demonstrate clear benefits for English farmers, growers, or foresters.
