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Two major competitions are opening this autumn, offering UK businesses access to over £12 million in government innovation grants.
Two major competitions are opening this autumn, offering UK businesses access to over £12 million in government innovation grants. These new funding rounds are part of the Farming Innovation Programme (FIP) – designed to support collaborative R&D projects that boost productivity, sustainability, and resilience in the agricultural sector.
Whether you are an agri-tech innovator, a forward-thinking farm enterprise, or a research organisation developing practical solutions, this funding provides a valuable opportunity to transform ideas into fully supported projects.
Feasibility Studies help you test whether your idea works in real-world conditions before investing further. It’s ideal for early-stage innovation and collaborative projects.
This stream supports the development of new farming products, services or systems, taking proven ideas closer to market.
These grants are aimed at UK-registered businesses working collaboratively with:
Projects must solve a real-world problem and show measurable outcomes like:
Funding levels depend on your business size and project type.
Feasibility Studies & Industrial Research Projects:
Experimental Development (closer to market):
| Competition | Opens | Closes | Max Funding | Project Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feasibility Studies | 13 Oct 2025 | 3 Dec 2025 | £500,000 | 24 months |
| Small R&D Partnerships | 15 Sep 2025 | 5 Nov 2025 | £3 million | 30 months |
At Myriad, we specialise in supporting innovation-driven businesses in preparing high-quality, fully compliant grant applications.
Our team will help you:
Grant funding is highly competitive – and the quality of your application matters. Our grant bid writers at Myriad can give your project the best possible chance of success.
Let’s talk about your eligibility, project idea, and funding potential.
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