Innovate UK seeks innovative Agri-Tech companies to participate in the Global Incubator Programme for market visits to Canada in April and July 2026.

Innovate UK will fund and organise flights, accommodation, in-market travel, and conference fees for successful applicants, who will also benefit from an intensive 9 to 12 months three phased programme and bespoke support from an innovation & growth specialist throughout, to help maximise the potential of being part of the programme and beyond.

Why Saskatchewan, Canada?

Saskatchewan, home to over 40% of Canada’s cultivated farmland, provides the perfect setting for the programme, giving founders direct access to farmers, investors, and industry leaders. Its vast farmland, strong producer network, and collaborative Agri-Tech community make it an ideal testing ground for new technologies.

Who can apply?

Innovate UK is encouraging applications from innovative Agri-Tech companies that focus on, but not limited to:

  • Big data and predictive analytics
  • Supply chain, traceability, and sustainability
  • Precision agriculture
  • Robotics and automation
  • Farm management software, sensing, and Internet of Things
  • Animal health

Benefits of the programme

Successful applicants will benefit from an intensive 9 to 12 months three phased programme and bespoke support from an innovation & growth specialist throughout.

  • Getting ready for the market: Preparation workshops to build knowledge and understanding of the market and opportunities, consideration of cultural differences and how to do business in Canada, protecting Intellectual Property and training on articulating your value proposition and how to pitch.
  • Visiting the market: Exclusive access to the Canadian market and the opportunity to meet with key contacts, research organisations and companies. Meet potential collaborators and partners through pre-arranged meetings and matchmaking events.
  • Exploiting the opportunity: A follow-up workshop and bespoke support from an Innovate UK innovation & growth specialist to exploit contacts and knowledge gained during the visit and develop cross border innovation projects.

For more information, visit: Global Incubator Programme: Agri-Tech - Canada - Innovate UK Business Connect

Innovate UK are hosting a webinar on 27th November where you can find out more about the opportunity: Global Incubator Programme: Agri-Tech - Canada briefing event - Innovate UK Business Connect