2026 Horticulture Innovation and Diversification Schemes
- Published on: 12 November 2025
- Last updated on: 12 November 2025
The objective of these three schemes is to support increased innovation and diversification among primary producers in the horticulture sector.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications for all Innovation and Diversification Schemes is Midnight, Friday 23 January 2026.
If you have any queries in relation to the schemes, please email Horticultureinnovation@agriculture.gov.ie
2026 Scheme for Innovation and Diversification in Horticulture (Capital Investments)
The scheme is open to micro, small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) active in primary horticulture production. This Scheme aims to increase innovation and diversification in horticulture by grant aiding capital investments in specialised plant and equipment.
Further information on the Scheme can be found at the link below:
The 2026 Scheme for Innovation and Diversification in Horticulture (Capital Investments)
2026 Scheme of Investment Aid for Innovation and Diversification in Horticulture (Feasibility/Desk Studies)
This Scheme is aimed at small and medium sized enterprises engaging in primary horticulture production that would like to innovate and diversify in the horticulture industry but need to carry out specific studies (feasibility/desk-based) before doing so.
Further information on the Scheme can be found at the link below:
2026 Scheme of Investment Aid for Process and Organisational Innovation in Horticulture for Large Enterprises
This scheme is intended to assist in increasing process and organisational innovation in horticulture by providing grant aid to large enterprises active in the horticulture industry, namely primary agricultural production.
Further information on the Scheme can be found at the link below:
If you have any queries in relation to the schemes, please email Horticultureinnovation@agriculture.gov.ie