Agri-tech can be derived from;
- science
- technology
- engineering
- mathematics
- medicine
- even social innovation
alone or in combination.
It can be a product or service, chemical or material, hardware or software.
To be successful, Agri-tech does have to solve a tangible problem or fulfil a need.
It does not have to be directly targeted at farmers. It can add value to;
- farm suppliers
- or consultants to farmers
- to processors
- distributors
- and even retailers and consumers
so long as the innovation helps in sustainable production and getting produce to market.
The project was funded by the European Regional Development Fund and was open to all small to medium-sized Cornish businesses.
This was a unique opportunity to develop and apply new technologies assisted by;
- project partners
- research grants
- and graduate placements
The project was led by the Duchy College Rural Business School in partnership with leading research institutions.
The Universities of;
and
- Rothamsted Research
- and the Cornwall Development Company
The project is also supported by Cornwall Council and the Council of the Isles of Scilly.
