Agri-food
Driving sustainable growth in UK Agri-food businesses through innovation.
Agri-Food at the Knowledge Transfer Network
The Knowledge Transfer Network’s Agri-Food team can help you or your business with funding, expertise and connecting with innovators from other sectors.
Please contact our Agri-Food Team:
David Telford – Head of Agri-Food
Simon Baty – KTM Food
Serena Broadway – KTM Food
Charles Vander Broek – KTM Agri-Food & Industrial Biotech
Jayne Brookman – KTM UK-Africa Agri-Food
Debbie Tully – KTM Food
Lucy Mather – KTM Agri – Livestock and Aquaculture
Kaeli Johnson – KTM Agri – Plants and Crops
Tim Messeder – KTM Agri – Livestock and Aquaculture
Pedro Carvalho – KTM Agri-Food – Plants and Crops
Click here to find out all about our team’s experience and the projects we work on.
Useful programmes, funding, events, opportunities and news
The Transforming Food Production programme (part of the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund)
GCRF AgriFood Africa Programme
Agri-Food Landscape map
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News
28.11.2019
Agri-food funding round-upFind out about the latest funding calls of relevance to the agriculture and food & drink manufacturing sectors. Updated 6th July 2020.
19.06.2020
Taking flight to boost strawberry crop using IoT and Computer VisionWilkin & Sons and University of Essex collaborate in a new Knowledge Transfer Partnership.
18.06.2020
Week 3 of the Africa-UK AgriFood Innovation Online Missions Eastern Round-upThe Western region was our point of call for Week 3 of our virtual missions. Here is an overview of our activity.
Events
Thu, 9 Jul
Agri-Tech Catalyst Competition Round 10Where:
Online Live Stream
When:
10:00
5GICTDesignEnergyAgri-foodInnovationSolar EnergyManufacturingRemanufacturingEnergy HarvestingBuilt EnvironmentDigital & CreativeElectronic TechnologiesMaterials for CompositesNature Inspired SolutionsSustainable Aviation FuelAccess to Funding and FinanceISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular Economy...
Tue, 28 Jul
#ThePowerOfPlace Webinar Series: The era of the (geo)data economyWhere:
Online Live Stream
When:
11:00
ICTEnergyAviationTransportAerospaceAutomotiveInnovationSolar EnergyAI for ServicesEnergy HarvestingInternet of ThingsGeospatial InsightsMaritime and marineInfrastructure SystemsElectronic TechnologiesPersonal Data and TrustFuture Flight ChallengeMaterials for CompositesSustainable Aviation FuelNature Inspired SolutionsAutonomous vehicles/transportAccess to Funding and FinancePosition, Navigation and TimingISCF Grand Challenge: AI and DataArtificial Intelligence in HealthISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyISCF Grand Challenge: Future of mobility...
Perspectives
20.04.2020
Kenya is introduced to a game-changing advanced aeroponic smart agricultural systemMark Taylor, The James Hutton Institute, presented his project Airponix at the GCRF AgriFood Africa Event in December 2019.
17.04.2020
GCRF AgriFood Africa Team Interviews Dr Odede Rezin OchiengKTN interviews Odede on how Sidai Africa is involved in the GCRF AgriFood Africa Programme.
04.03.2020
Building an Agri-Tech Investment CommunityThe KTN Agri-Tech Investment Showcase is a programme bringing together early stage companies & investors, to boost UK agri-tech investment.
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Funding:
Manufacturing made smarter: digital supply chain, industrial research
UK registered businesses can apply for funding towards an industrial research project in digital technologies to transform manufacturing supply chains
Opens:
06.07.20
Closes:
07.10.20
ICTRailDesignHealthCovid-19Agri-foodAerospaceTransportMaterialsAutomotiveInnovationBiotechnologyManufacturingComplex SystemsRemanufacturingIndustrial MathsSynthetic BiologyISCF DER ChallengeInternet of ThingsAdditive ManufacturingFuture Flight ChallengeElectronic TechnologiesSimulation and ModellingIndustrial BiotechnologyNature Inspired SolutionsAutonomous vehicles/transportISCF Grand Challenge: AI and DataISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthIndustrial Strategy Challenge FundElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest Group...
Funding:
Manufacturing made smarter: digital supply chain, feasibility studies
UK registered businesses can apply for ISCF funding towards feasibility studies into digital technologies to transform supply chains in UK manufacturi
Opens:
06.07.20
Closes:
07.10.20
ICTRailDesignHealthCovid-19Agri-foodAerospaceTransportMaterialsAutomotiveInnovationManufacturingBiotechnologyRemanufacturingComplex SystemsIndustrial MathsSynthetic BiologyInternet of ThingsISCF DER ChallengeDefence and SecurityAdditive ManufacturingElectronic TechnologiesDiversity and InclusionFuture Flight ChallengeIndustrial BiotechnologySimulation and ModellingNature Inspired SolutionsAutonomous vehicles/transportISCF Grand Challenge: AI and DataISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthIndustrial Strategy Challenge FundElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest Group...
Event:
5GICTSpaceEnergyDesignHealthAgri-foodChemistryTransportMaterialsInnovationBiotechnologyManufacturingAI for ServicesIndustrial MathsBuilt EnvironmentDefence and SecurityDigital & CreativeDiversity and InclusionAccess to Funding and FinanceArtificial Intelligence in HealthElectronics sensors & photonicsSustainability & Circular Economy...
Event:
5GICTSpaceEnergyDesignHealthAgri-foodChemistryTransportMaterialsInnovationBiotechnologyManufacturingAI for ServicesIndustrial MathsBuilt EnvironmentDefence and SecurityDigital & CreativeDiversity and InclusionAccess to Funding and FinanceArtificial Intelligence in HealthElectronics sensors & photonicsSustainability & Circular Economy...
Perspectives:
01.07.20
Africa-UK AgriFood Innovation Mission Week 2 Project Pitch Winner: ‘The East Africa Agri Growth Hub’
Participants of the second Africa-UK AgriFood Pitch Competition voted project presentation 'The East Africa Agri Growth Hub' as the winning pitch!
Perspectives:
30.06.20
Africa-UK AgriFood Innovation Mission Week 1 Project Pitch Winner: 'More Crops Less Water'
Participants of the first Africa-UK AgriFood Pitch Competition voted project presentation 'More Crops Less Water' as the winning pitch!
Funding:
Sustainable Innovation Fund: Round 1 (Temporary Framework)
UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £55 million for new projects focusing on sustainable economic recovery from COVID-19.
Opens:
29.06.20
Closes:
29.07.20
5GICTRailNanoSpaceDesignEnergyHealthCovid-19AviationChemistryForensicsTransportAgri-foodMaterialsAerospaceInnovationAutomotiveImmerse UKMicrobiomeSolar EnergyUrban LivingManufacturingBiotechnologyCyber SecurityRemanufacturingComplex SystemsNeurotechnologyAI for ServicesGlobal Covid-19Industrial MathsBuilt EnvironmentSynthetic BiologyEnergy HarvestingMaterials SecurityInternet of ThingsISCF DER ChallengeMaterials ChemistryGeospatial InsightsMaritime and marineQuantum TechnologiesDefence and SecurityInfrastructure SystemsDigital & CreativeAdditive ManufacturingFuture Flight ChallengeDiversity and InclusionElectronic TechnologiesPersonal Data and TrustSimulation and ModellingIndustrial BiotechnologyMaterials for CompositesSustainable Aviation FuelNature Inspired SolutionsAccess to Funding and FinanceAutonomous vehicles/transportPosition, Navigation and TimingArtificial Intelligence in HealthISCF Grand Challenge: AI and DataISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthElectronics sensors & photonicsISCF Grand Challenge: Ageing SocietyRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyISCF Grand Challenge: Future of mobilityUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest GroupCommercialising Graphene and other 2D Materials...
Funding:
Sustainable Innovation Fund: SBRI phase 1
Organisations can apply for a share of up to £10m, including VAT, to help UK businesses and the public sector sustainably recover from COVID 19.
Opens:
29.06.20
Closes:
05.08.20
5GICTRailNanoSpaceDesignEnergyHealthCovid-19AviationChemistryForensicsTransportAgri-foodMaterialsAerospaceInnovationAutomotiveImmerse UKMicrobiomeSolar EnergyUrban LivingManufacturingBiotechnologyCyber SecurityRemanufacturingComplex SystemsNeurotechnologyAI for ServicesGlobal Covid-19Industrial MathsBuilt EnvironmentSynthetic BiologyEnergy HarvestingMaterials SecurityInternet of ThingsISCF DER ChallengeMaterials ChemistryGeospatial InsightsMaritime and marineQuantum TechnologiesDefence and SecurityInfrastructure SystemsDigital & CreativeAdditive ManufacturingFuture Flight ChallengeDiversity and InclusionElectronic TechnologiesPersonal Data and TrustSimulation and ModellingIndustrial BiotechnologyMaterials for CompositesSustainable Aviation FuelNature Inspired SolutionsAccess to Funding and FinanceAutonomous vehicles/transportPosition, Navigation and TimingArtificial Intelligence in HealthISCF Grand Challenge: AI and DataISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthElectronics sensors & photonicsISCF Grand Challenge: Ageing SocietyRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyISCF Grand Challenge: Future of mobilityUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest GroupCommercialising Graphene and other 2D Materials...
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5GICTSpaceHealthDesignEnergyCovid-19Agri-foodMaterialsTransportChemistryInnovationBiotechnologyManufacturingGlobal Covid-19Industrial MathsBuilt EnvironmentDefence and SecurityDigital & CreativeDiversity and InclusionAccess to Funding and FinanceElectronics sensors & photonicsSustainability & Circular Economy...
Funding:
EUREKA GlobalStars Singapore CRD – Round 2
UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £1m to develop innovative proposals with Singapore and other EUREKA participating members.
Opens:
17.06.20
Closes:
15.10.20
ICTSpaceDesignEnergyHealthTransportChemistryAgri-foodAerospaceMaterialsAutomotiveInnovationBiotechnologyManufacturingComplex SystemsRemanufacturingIndustrial MathsBuilt EnvironmentDigital & CreativeAdditive ManufacturingElectronic TechnologiesSimulation and ModellingIndustrial BiotechnologyNature Inspired SolutionsISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest Group...
Event:
5GICTSpaceHealthDesignEnergyCovid-19Agri-foodMaterialsTransportChemistryInnovationBiotechnologyManufacturingGlobal Covid-19Industrial MathsBuilt EnvironmentDefence and SecurityDigital & CreativeDiversity and InclusionAccess to Funding and FinanceElectronics sensors & photonicsSustainability & Circular Economy...
Funding:
Coronavirus Future Fund (investor-matched loans)
This scheme will issue convertible loans between £125,000 to £5m to innovative companies which are facing financing difficulties due to the outbreak.
Opens:
20.05.20
Closes:
30.09.20