The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), in partnership with Innovate UK, is investing £2 million in Full ADOPT Grant Round 2 to help improve productivity, resilience, and sustainability across the agricultural sector.
This funding supports on-farm trials or demonstration projects that test new ideas or technologies addressing immediate farming challenges. Projects should showcase real-world impact, offering clear benefits to other English farmers, growers, or foresters — particularly in moving toward net zero farming.
Projects must be based in England, with eligible total costs between £50,000 and £100,000. Applications are open to farmers, growers, and forestry businesses who want to explore innovation and share learnings with the wider industry.
Applicants new to Innovate UK’s processes are encouraged to explore the ADOPT Facilitator Support Grant, which helps fund project scoping and application writing. A dedicated Support Hub is also available for further assistance.
Worcestershire Support Available
If your business is located in Worcestershire, the Worcestershire Growth Hub is here to support your innovation journey. Our team can help you:
- Understand grant eligibility and application requirements
- Connect with regional experts, facilitators, and collaborators
- Access additional local innovation programmes and funding
- Get advice on project design, submission strategy, and documentation
Whether you’re exploring agricultural technology, sustainability solutions, or collaborative farming models, our team can guide you at every step.
Interested in applying?
Visit the official competition page for full details:
Competition overview – Full ADOPT Grant Round 2 – Innovation Funding Service
Or speak with our team at Worcestershire Growth Hub to explore how we can support your application and maximise your chance of success.
