Note: This opportunity is fully funded support and not monetary funding.
This Global Incubator Programme, organised by Innovate UK, will be delivered virtually on a weekly basis, with two visits to Australia built into the programme. Each business is supported by an Innovate UK Innovation & Growth Specialist to help maximise the potential of being part of the programme and beyond.
We are currently accepting applications for up to eight innovative companies in the Agri-Tech sector to join our programme with Farmers2Founders and Agrifood Futures in Australia.
We are committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of this programme.
In partnership with Farmers2Founders and Agrifood Futures
Farmers2Founders (F2F) serves the Australia and New Zealand region and is a gateway hub in the Agrifood Futures global footprint. Farmers2Founders build and scale transformative agrifood tech solutions that address real industry challenges and are effectively deployed on farm and across value chains. Their unique F2F TEKFARM platform connects farmers and value chains to local and global technology solutions that are ‘fit-for-purpose’ and ensures farmers are equipped with the knowledge, tools and confidence they need to accelerate adoption.
AgriFood Futures is a global agrifood tech solutions company with a vision to future-proof agrifood systems for a changing climate. Through their startup growth studio, investor platform, market entry programs, and tech adoption support AgriFood Futures catalyse the commercialization of innovation by connecting startups, investors, corporates, governments, farmers, and other key industry and value chain stakeholders.
o Technology solutions suitable for all sectors accepted with priorities being grains; horticulture; red meat & livestock (beef, sheep, goats); dairy; viticulture; aquaculture
o Challenge areas include (but not limited to): sustainability & climate resilience; water utilization; soil health; land management; labour efficiency; animal welfare & pain management; product quality; waste & emission reduction
o Examples of technologies and solutions of interest include robotics; automation; AI and sensor tech; optimizing soil fertility & management; increasing farm productivity; regenerative and climate smart agricultural systems; biologics; by-product and waste stream valorisation.
* To apply, you must:
o Be a UK-based innovation-led company with ambitions to grow and internationalise
o Be a company with fewer than 250 employees
o Have a focus on Agri-Tech
* Australia’s diverse and sophisticated agriculture sector is on track to be a $100 billion industry by 2030. To achieve this, government and industry are working in partnership to create a world-class startup ecosystem supported by industry bodies, accessible research institutions, funders and investors, innovative corporates and tech-ready farmers. Multiple climatic zones and counter-seasonality offer a diverse environment for testing solutions that make this a perfect launchpad for UK businesses to connect, collaborate, and scale in a diverse and rapidly growing market.
* Innovate UK will fund and organise group flights, group accommodation and group in-market travel for successful applicants. Only one representative from each company will be funded. On acceptance to the initiative a commitment fee of £2000 will be obtained from each delegate, which will be refunded on completion of the full activities. Non-completion after formal acceptance may result in forfeiting some or all the commitment fee.
* To learn more about the programme, register for the applicant briefing event on the 19th June 2025.
Key Dates
* Applications close: 30th June 2025
* Shortlist interviews: 15th – 17th July 2025
* First market visit: 9th – 19th October 2025
* Second market visit: 12th – 22nd February 2026
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