Future of Agri-Tech

Worcestershire has a long-standing agricultural heritage and is increasingly emerging as a hub for agri-tech innovation, combining farming expertise with technology, data, engineering, and advanced manufacturing.

The Future of Agri-Tech is a focused, interactive session bringing together businesses working across agriculture, technology, and innovation to explore how collaboration can drive tangible progress in the sector.

This event is designed to move beyond high-level discussion, providing a space for businesses to explore practical actions, partnerships, and opportunities to innovate together.

Why Agri-Tech, Why Worcestershire?

Agriculture is undergoing rapid transformation driven by:

• Productivity and efficiency pressures

• Environmental and sustainability requirements

• Data-driven decision making

• Automation and advanced technology adoption

With its strong agricultural base, Worcestershire is well positioned to:

• Act as a testbed for agri-tech innovation

• Connect farmers, growers, and landowners with technology providers

• Accelerate the adoption of practical, commercially viable solutions

What the Session Will Focus On

The session will explore:

• Current innovation trends within agri-tech

• Challenges facing agricultural businesses and supply chains

• How technology and data can address real on-farm problems

• Examples of innovation already happening in the sector

• Opportunities for collaboration between businesses

• Tangible next steps to support joint innovation projects

Showcasing Innovation and Building Connections

A key element of the session will be networking and knowledge sharing, allowing businesses to:

• Showcase what they are currently working on

• Share challenges they are seeking solutions for

• Identify potential collaborators, partners, or pilot opportunities

• Build relationships that support long-term innovation