The fund is administered by the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
We are currently accepting applications to the fund. Find out how to apply.
The fund will support projects, ideas and technologies that aim to disrupt the seafood sector. Disruptive innovation is when the application of the technology or idea has a significant impact on the industry or the market. Projects should consider these priorities:
To reduce the environmental impact of seafood.
Technologies to bring the industry into the 21st century.
Ensuring seafood security for years to come.
Creating new partnerships across
the seafood & tech sectors
Strengthening the evidence base for
sustainable management.
To improve future certainty for
seafood business.
Exo Environmental and partners are working towards a viable innovation that reduces commercial risk to native oyster (Ostrea edulis) production and improves productivity....
Waterjet cutting tools are routinely used in filleting factories where they have the precision to remove damage and create portions without contacting knives...
The UK fishing industry continues to need high levels of data management to ensure compliance with fishery management legislation. Existing industry literature suggests...
We are accepting applications from 7 February until 20 April 2020. Have an idea? Find out how to apply now!