FAST-IP — Food and Agriculture Sustainable Technology Innovation Programme

FAST-IP is a 12-month, in-person Graduate Diploma programme at NovaUCD and AgTechUCD for mid-career professionals who want to build ventures addressing agrifood and sustainability challenges. Participants receive a tax-free scholarship of EUR 38,000 plus programme fees of EUR 9,000 covered, dedicated mentors, co-working space at AgTechUCD Innovation Centre, and access to Teagasc's Signpost Farm Network, research centres, and agricultural advisors. Co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the EU under the ERDF Southern, Eastern & Midland Regional Programme 2021-2027 (Innovators' Initiative).

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.