Defra Farming Innovation Investor Partnership 2026
UK registered SMEs can apply for a share of up to £5 million to develop innovative farming solutions, aligning with private investment from selected investor partners.
Key facts
- Funding amount
- Up to £5,000,000
- Deadline
- 17 Jun 2026 · 13 days left
- Region
- UK-wide
- Business type
- Innovative businesses & R&D-led teams
Plain English summary
This funding opportunity, co-funded by Defra and Innovate UK, offers UK registered micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) a share of up to £5 million. The aim is to support the development of innovative farming solutions. To be eligible, your project must secure private investment at least twice the amount of the grant requested.
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Who this is best for
- Innovative businesses & R&D-led teams
- Organisations based in UK-wide
- Projects aligned with agriculture & rural
- Teams seeking funding around Up to £5,000,000
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
Eligibility checklist
Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.
- Open to single applicants only.
- Your organisation must be a UK registered micro, small or medium sized enterprise (SME), carry out its project work in the UK, and be seeking private financing of at least twice the amount of the grant requested.
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