New GIP in Australia - Agri-Tech

  • Tuesday, May 27, 2025
  • Posted By The Growth Company

Delivered by Innovate UK, in partnership with Farmers2Founders (F2F) and AgriFood Futures, this Global Incubator Programme (GIP) provides an opportunity for UK-based companies to expand and exploit collaborative innovation and growth opportunities in the Australian market.

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.

Innovate UK is currently accepting applications for up to eight innovative companies in the Agri-Tech sector to join the programme with Farmers2Founders and Agrifood Futures in Australia:

  • Technology solutions suitable for all sectors accepted with priorities being grains; horticulture; red meat & livestock (beef, sheep, goats); dairy; viticulture; aquaculture
  • 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
  • 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.

Why Australia?

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.

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

Find out more and apply