Agriculture

Supporting your Agricultural business

Research and Development in Agriculture

Typical Qualifying R&D Activities

Innovating new or improved crop varieties that offer better yields, resistance to diseases and pests, or tolerance to environmental stresses such as drought or extreme temperatures. This can include research into genetic modification or traditional breeding methods.

Implementing technologies that enhance precision in farming practices. Projects can involve developing or refining GPS-guided equipment, drones for monitoring crop health, or IoT sensors for soil and weather conditions to optimize resource use and crop management.

Creating or improving irrigation systems to increase water efficiency and crop yield. This includes developing smart irrigation technologies that adjust water delivery based on real-time soil moisture and weather data.

Researching and implementing sustainable farming techniques that reduce environmental impact. Projects may involve developing organic farming methods, creating sustainable pest control solutions, or exploring regenerative agriculture practices.

Developing or integrating robotic systems and automated machinery to perform agricultural tasks. This can include robots for planting, weeding, and harvesting, or automated systems for monitoring and maintaining livestock.

Innovating new approaches to improve animal health and welfare. This can involve developing advanced veterinary treatments, creating better housing conditions, or using technology to monitor and manage livestock health.

Researching and developing new methods for managing soil nutrients more effectively. Projects may include creating precision fertilization techniques, developing soil amendments, or using biological solutions to enhance soil fertility.

Innovating technologies and methods to improve post-harvest handling and storage. This includes developing solutions to reduce spoilage, enhance packaging, or improve transportation logistics for agricultural products.

Creating or improving biological control methods to manage pests and diseases in crops. This can involve developing biopesticides, enhancing integrated pest management systems, or using beneficial organisms for crop protection.

Developing technologies and methods for controlled environment agriculture, such as advanced greenhouse systems or vertical farming techniques. Projects may focus on optimizing climate control, light management, or nutrient delivery systems to maximize productivity and resource efficiency.

How Can Walmer Help

  • R&D Tax Relief

    Research & Development Tax Reliefs support companies that carry out innovative projects or develop solutions to challenges faced in their industry.

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  • Grants

    Grants are funds made available by private or public bodies such as UKRI to help finance innovative projects at various stages of R&D

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  • Financing Solutions

    R&D Advance Loans are an alternative financing option that enables companies to receive their pending R&D Tax Relief benefit in advance

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  • Investor Relations

    By having a deep insight of our clients’ business through our R&D & Grants consulting services as well as the finance product, combined with a wide array of corporate partnerships, we are able to assist clients with capital introductions to investors most relevant to them.

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  • R&D Tax Relief

    Research & Development Tax Reliefs support companies that carry out innovative projects or develop solutions to challenges faced in their industry.

    Click to find out more

  • Grants

    Grants are funds made available by private or public bodies such as UKRI to help finance innovative projects at various stages of R&D

    Click to find out more

  • Financing Solutions

    R&D Advance Loans are an alternative financing option that enables companies to receive their pending R&D Tax Relief benefit in advance

    Click to find out more

  • Investor Relations

    By having a deep insight of our clients’ business through our R&D & Grants consulting services as well as the finance product, combined with a wide array of corporate partnerships, we are able to assist clients with capital introductions to investors most relevant to them.

    Click to find out more