NOW OPEN

The 2026 Innovation Investment Round is now open for low-emissions farming innovation

The Ag Emissions Centre and AgriZeroNZ are pleased to announce that the 2026 Innovation Investment Round is now open.

We’re seeking bold, evidence-based ideas that can accelerate practical low-emissions solutions for New Zealand’s pastoral farming systems. Expressions of interest (EOIs) are welcome from both NZ and international applicants.

Funding available:

Up to NZ$2m for R&D Full Proposals (up to 2 years)

Up to NZ$50k for R&D Idea proposals (up to 6 months)

Research areas include:

• Automatic identification of urine patches
• Novel low-emissions nitrogen fertilisers
• Improved prediction from in-vitro to in-vivo
• Pasture-focused dietary manipulation
• New/improved approaches to reduce N₂O or methane at scale

EOIs close 2pm NZDT, 24 February 2026

To download guidelines and to apply please click HERE