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# Suffolk businesses can apply for £2.5m agrifood innovation funding
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/suffolk-businesses-can-apply-for-ps2-5m-agrifood-innovation-funding/
- Published: 2024-09-25T07:19:52.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:34:43.000Z
- Description: Suffolk businesses can secure a share of £2.5 million in grant funding for innovative agrifood projects. The initiative aims to boost the region's reputation as a hub for sustainable food production.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Business, #article, Suffolk County Council, #Import 2026-03-16 14:46

**The big picture:** Two new competitions have been launched as part of Innovate UK's Eastern England Launchpad, offering grants for business-led agrifood projects in the region.

**Why it matters:** The funding could help local businesses develop new products, improve sustainability, and contribute to the area's strong food and agriculture sector.

**Key details:**

- The first competition offers grants of £25,000-£100,000 for micro, small and medium-sized businesses.
- The second provides £150,000-£300,000 for collaborative research and development projects.
- Applications open on 23 September and close at 11:00 on 6 November 2024.

**Project themes include:**

- Enhancing productivity of crops, livestock, aquaculture or ornamental crops.
- Biotechnologies related to agriculture, food processing and nutrition.
- Food promoting safe, lower carbon or more sustainable healthy diets.
- Resource-efficient production and processing methods for low-emission foods.

**What they're saying:** Cllr Richard Smith MVO, Suffolk County Council's Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance, Economic Development and Skills, said: "These competitions offer an exciting opportunity for local businesses and researchers to build on the region's strong reputation as a leader in fresh produce, meat, poultry, fish and seafood processing."

He added: "If you think this funding could benefit your project, I encourage you to apply."

**The bottom line:** The initiative aims to strengthen Eastern England's position as a top hub for food production and sustainability innovation.

For more information and to apply, visit [https://www.gov.uk/apply-funding-innovation](https://www.gov.uk/apply-funding-innovation?ref=ipswich.co.uk)

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