This funding round has closed.

Farming Futures R&D fund: Automation and Robotics Round 2

Defra and Innovate UK

Applications closed

Funding: £1,000 – £1,225,000
Deadline: 30 September 2026
Location: England
Applications: Applications closed

Overview

This grant offers a share of up to £20 million for businesses developing automation and robotics in farming, horticulture, and forestry. You can apply for between £1,000 and £1,225,000. It is open to UK registered businesses. The deadline to apply is 30 September 2026.

Requirements to check

Who can apply:

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Key requirements:

Must be a UK registered business
Project must relate to automation and robotics in agriculture, horticulture, or forestry

This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.

Who is this for?

This grant is for UK registered businesses working on automation and robotics solutions in agriculture, horticulture, or forestry in England. It suits businesses at any stage of developing innovative technology for these sectors. It is not for individuals or organisations outside England.

Sectors

Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing Charities & Non-Profit Professional & Scientific Services

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Regions

England

Full details from Defra and Innovate UK

UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £20 million to develop innovative solutions for automation and robotics in agriculture, horticulture and forestry. This funding is from the Farming Futures R&D fund.

How to apply

You apply through Innovate UK. Check the Innovate UK Funding Service for the application portal and any required steps. Confirm whether an expression of interest is needed before submitting a full application.

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