We are the only full-chain agricultural innovation centre in the UK, focussed on supporting commercially viable agriculture solutions and driving their adoption. We work alongside food producers, SMEs, industry, government and world-class research institutions to accelerate impactful agri-tech innovation.
Our vision is to become a world-leading agri-innovation centre, focussing on agri-systems that sustain the environment, the economy and society.
Through strengthening the connections between science, industry and policy to accelerate agri-tech initiatives and growth, we are committed to investing in the right people, research and technology to discover new ways to help transform UK food and farming.
Our purpose is to enable innovative and resilient agri-systems that adapt to ever-changing global challenges affecting agriculture and its partner industries, positively impacting the planet and driving economic growth.
We aim to provide new opportunities for organisations supplying agricultural markets, to ensure a long-term future for proactive UK farmers and to help guarantee the availability of nutritious and affordable food for all.
How will we do this? Our aim is to discover, develop and deliver scientifically robust and commercially viable agri-innovation in collaboration with science communities, industry and government. Our projects drive the adoption of sustainable, progressive circular agri-systems through:
By working across Government departments such as the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), we can also help leverage funding opportunities and offer a voice for our members to help ensure important industry issues are addressed.
Established in 2024, the UK Agri-Tech Centre was formed through the merger of three agri-tech centres: Crop Health and Protection Centre (CHAP), Centre for Innovation in Livestock (CIEL) and Agricultural Engineering Precision Innovation Centre (Agri-EPI).
Together, we offer unparalleled support to propel agri-tech solutions to market, promoting agri-system circularity, improved adaptability and sustainability.
Part-funded by Innovate UK* our work benefits the whole agricultural supply chain, the UK economy and beyond.
*Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation, is the UK’s innovation agency. Their mission is to help companies grow through the development and commercialisation of new products, processes and services.
Learn more about our work: from tackling climate change to labour availability, disease mitigation and environmental sustainability – proof of concept, deployment and impact.
Convert early-stage technology concepts into market-ready products and profitability. Benefit from some of the world’s best R&D facilities located throughout the UK.
Finding novel solutions for food security to support people and planet, we’re partnering with farmers, scientists, engineers and entrepreneurs around the world.
We’re focused on all areas of crops, livestock and engineering and exploring new sectors within food, feed, fuel and fibres.
Join a diverse community from industry and science, committed to transforming UK food and farming. Doing better for businesses, the future of the agri-food sector and the planet.
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