Agritech Opportunities in Shropshire
Technology is a key driver for the future of agriculture, with the sector in Shropshire renowned for its world class science and developing technologies to help farmers produce more with less input.
The Shropshire agri-tech industry employs in the region of 3,200 people, an employment concentration almost five times as high as in the rest of the UK.
Innovative Agritech sector in Shropshire
Shropshire stands at the forefront of agricultural technology, with key areas of innovation including robotics, remote sensing, genetics, and GPS.
The county benefits from an innovative farming community and access to extensive raw materials.
The region serves as a hub for research and development, supported by our centres of excellence and partnerships with industry leaders.
Harper Adams University: Leading Research Excellence
Shropshire hosts Harper Adams University, a leading centre of research excellence.
As the largest UK university specialising in agricultural technologies, Harper Adams is acclaimed for its groundbreaking research and alliances with industry leaders. The university has seamlessly integrated its agri-technology engineering expertise with specialists in crop production, livestock production, agri-tech economics, and entomology. This multidisciplinary approach enhances its research and educational programs, establishing it as a pivotal entity in the Agri-Tech sector.
Agri-EPI and Harper Adams University Collaboration
Agri-EPI, the Agricultural Engineering Precision Innovation Centre, is one of four UK Agri-Tech Centres established under the UK government’s Agri-Tech Strategy. Dedicated to advancing and adopting innovative technologies in agriculture, Agri-EPI collaborates closely with Harper Adams University.
Harper Adams contributes extensive expertise in agriculture, food production, and land management to the project, offering cutting-edge research, advanced education programmes, and state-of-the-art facilities.
SUSTAINING SHROPSHIRE 
Dedicated to sustaining the agri-food sector, this programme addresses barriers to growth such as rural connectivity, food security and access to investment, providing tailored support from new product development to food regulatory compliance.
Funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
See Shropshire’s UK Shared Prosperity Projects for more information