Funding Spotlight: £100K to Trial Innovation on Your Farm

As part of the Farming Innovation Programme, Defra and Innovate UK are investing £2 million to support trials and demonstration projects that help build a more resilient, sustainable and net-zero food system. It’s a practical step forward, and a chance to road-test new ideas with substantial backing.

At LettUs Grow, we’re passionate about real-world innovation that delivers real-world results. If you're exploring smarter growing techniques, thinking about how to reduce inputs or trying to cut your environmental footprint, this funding could help you get there faster and we’d love to support your journey.

What’s on offer?

Between £50,000–£100,000 per project

Projects must show benefits for the wider farming community in England

Focus areas include productivity, sustainability, resilience, and net-zero farming

Whether you’re scaling a new system or trialling a fresh approach, this is your chance to put innovation into practice. Our Advanced Aeroponics™ technology is already helping commercial growers increase yield and reduce water use and we’re excited to partner with businesses to explore how our systems can be part of these trials.

Worried about applying?

Don’t be. Innovate UK has made support available to help first-time applicants shape strong proposals, including the ADOPT Facilitator Support Grant, which connects you to external experts to guide you through.

Applications are open now – but space is limited and deadlines are fast approaching.

For more details and how to apply, visit:

👉 ADOPT: https://farminginnovation.ukri.org/adopt/

👉 Apply here: https://apply-for-innovation-funding.service.gov.uk/competition/2162/overview

Let’s grow something better, together.

If you’re interested in exploring how LettUs Grow can support your project, drop us a line or speak to the team directly at info@lettusgrow.org

NewsLettUs Grow Ltd18 May 2025Industry Commentary