ADOPT funding opportunity information webinar

Event Date
Defra and Innovate UK Logos

30 April 2025, 10am-12pm | Online

Website
https://iuk-business-connect.org.uk/events/adopt-funding-opportunity-informatio…

As announced by Defra Secretary of State, Steve Reed at the National Farmers' Union (NFU) Conference in February, the first funding opportunity as part of ADOPT (Accelerating Development of Practices and Technologies) will open in Spring 2025.

 

In preparation for this, join this webinar where you can learn more.

 

ADOPT will support on-farm tests and trials to evaluate tools, technologies, systems, and approaches to enhance the profitability, productivity, and sustainability of farmers, growers, and foresters in England.

 

This funding comes from Defra, as part of the as part of the Farming Innovation Programme delivered by Innovate UK.

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Test Solutions, Practices and Technologies with ADOPT

Got a great idea or approach to boost your farm’s productivity or sustainability? The ADOPT fund and innovation Support Hub are here to help you trial real solutions, get expert support, and access funding – all tailored for farmers, growers and foresters in England.

 

  • Test your ideas on-farm with practical, farmer-led research
  • Get funding – for application support (£2,500), and full project support (£50,000 - £100,000)
  • Work with experts & other farmers to turn ideas into action

 

Start your process and contact the Support Hub

Apply through Innovate UK

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