Grow Yorkshire
The Grow Yorkshire partnership by York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority (YNYCA), which recognises food and farming as vital sectors within our region.
Together with our partners, we are investing in the growth and development of food and farming, with a strategic remit across environment, innovation, skills and wellbeing.
Funding for farmers
There are various grants available for farmers in York and North Yorkshire, with some led by regional organisations and others led by central government.
York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has two grants available now. The Business Sustainability Programme supports farmers to reduce emissions, increase energy efficiency and reduce costs. Grants range from £2,000 to £49,950 and it is open to applications now.
Bio-fibre development
Building on the work of the existing Hemp Special Interest Group (SIG), and its established stakeholder networks, we are creating Bio-Fibre Special Interest Group (BF SIG).
This new project will support the development of the natural fibres supply chain in our region. The group will have a specific focus on the production, processing, and market developments of these fibres, for the construction, bio-composites, textile, and bioenergy sectors.
Precision agriculture
We are creating a Precision Agriculture Special Interest Group (PA SIG) to inform and apply the latest technology at farm level.
To achieve this we will work with researchers and technology developers to create a forum through which collaborative innovation can occur. The Precision Agriculture SIG’s key objectives are to provide a forum for collaboration, innovation and enterprise for the benefit of precision agriculture and regenerative farming in our region.
