Research

• Food and Beverage Accelerator Kickstarter Program provides up to $50,000 for small to medium enterprises and start-ups, to conduct research projects that advance the food and beverage industry in Australia.
• Green Metals Innovation Network will connect researchers and industry to advance the development of green metal production in Australia.
• CSIRO Kick-Start provides matched funding for start-ups and small to medium enterprises to support research of a new idea with commercial potential; development of a novel or improved product or process; testing for a novel product or material.
• Innovate to Grow free 8-week program for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) who want to progress their research and development opportunities, or are in the early decision-making stages about engaging in research and development.
• Thailand-Australia Venture Exchange Program supports startups and SMEs to engage with agrifood innovation ecosystems across Australia and Thailand, and access complementary research capabilities to accelerate industry development. Closes 30 November 2026.