Agri-Tech East’s efforts in creating opportunities to get farmers involved in agri-tech developments at an early stage have been recognised at the recent Eastern Daily Press Business Awards evening with the receipt of the Knowledge Catalyst Award. Belinda Clarke, director of Agri-Tech East, received the award at the end of October with Becky Dodds, Agri-Tech East events and membership manager.
Belinda said: “I’m delighted to accept the award on behalf of all the individuals and organisations that have got involved in building a vibrant agri-tech cluster.” Example collaborations with business benefits facilitated by Agri-Tech East include: soft robotics and predictive crop modelling for fresh produce; RFID tagging for stock and crop management; new crop growth and protection chemistries; use of temperature to regulate plant development; and helping a number of companies gain investment.
Photo shows Belinda Clarke (L) and Becky Dodds (R) after receiving the EDP Knowledge Catalyst Award.