Global Incubator Programme: Agri-Tech Australia Farmers2Founders (F2F)
Innovate UK seeks innovative Agri-Tech companies to participate in an acceleration programme to support growth by exploring the potential of the Australian market.
Innovate UK will fund and organise group flights, group accommodation and group airport transfer fees for successful applicants, who will also benefit from an intensive 9 to 12 months, three phased programme and bespoke support from an Innovation and Growth Specialist or Scale Up Director throughout.
Note: This opportunity is fully funded support and not monetary funding.
The Global Incubator Programme, organised by Innovate UK, will include two week-long visits to Australia in October 2026 and February 2027. Each business is supported by an Innovate UK Business Growth Specialist or Scale Up Director to help maximise the potential of being part of the programme and beyond. This initiative will be delivered physically and will include virtual activities.
Targeted agricultural sectors:
- Horticulture: tree crops, field vegetables and protected cropping
- Livestock production: dairy and beef, sheep, pigs and poultry production
- Monitoring and management systems
- Arable and broadacre cropping: precision crop management
- Soil health and assessment technologies
About Farmers2Founders (F2F)
F2F serves the Australia and New Zealand region, building and scaling 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.
For full details on this opportunity, eligibility, and how to apply, visit the website.