Plant initiated projects
The Plant Initiated Project Program has been jointly developed by MLA and AMPC to encourage research and development (R&D) by processors.
AMPC members are able to access a percentage of their contributions (15%) to cover up to 25% of the project cost. To access this funding members must agree to match this figure dollar for dollar. MLA will provide funding for up to 50% of approved project costs.
Program objectives
The objectives of the Plant Initiated Projects Program include:
- Assisting AMPC members to achieve greater competitiveness through innovation
- Increasing the number of processing innovations available to AMPC members
- Demonstrating the commercial benefits achieved from investment in innovation to AMPC members and the wider industry
Importantly, projects are facilitated right through the innovation process up to, and including, full commercialisation and dissemination. Processors retain a high degree of control and ownership of their project and strict commercial principles apply, including confidentiality of commercially sensitive information and exclusivity periods where appropriate.
Further information
For more information on the Plant Initiated Projects Program, download the following:
For information on past projects completed through the Plant Initiated Projects Program, download the following: