CIEL | Working In Partnership

Joining forces with key strategic partners working in the best interests of livestock and aquaculture production. 

Animal Task Force (ATF)

CIEL is proud to be a member of the Animal Task Force (ATF). The ATF is a European Public-Private Partnership of research, farmer and industry organisations, working together on a sustainable and competitive European livestock production sector by fostering knowledge development and innovation in the whole animal production chain. Find out more.

Food Industry Initiative on Antimicrobials (FIIA)

FIIA logo

CIEL is pleased to be part of the FIIA which has the stated vision of ‘retailers, manufacturers, processors and food service companies coming together to promote and support responsible antimicrobial use and action on antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The intention of this initiative is to support and engage with existing industry groups working in this area, ensuring work is aligned, avoiding duplication of effort. It has 3 key working groups on Responsible Use, Data and Research & Development. More information.

AIRTO – the Association for Innovation, Research and Technology Organisations

AIRTO logo

CIEL is delighted to be a member of AIRTO – the foremost membership body for organisations operating in the UK’s innovation, research and technology sector. Our membership is testament to the specialist skills and professional work CIEL undertakes in helping to raise the productivity of UK companies, and in connecting businesses, government and academia to the resources needed to catalyse the successful uptake of new technology. Read more.

SAIC – Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre

SAIC logo

Fully aligned with CIEL’s aims and ambitions, SAIC is working to reduce the environmental footprint and increase the economic impact of aquaculture. Connecting businesses and academics, SAIC fund and support commercially relevant, collaborative research, university places and run tailored training programmes. Discover more

Got a question or about livestock and agri-tech?

We’ll be delighted to talk to you!

    Answering more of your questions

    Find the answers to a range of commonly asked questions about CIEL and agri-tech.

    Dive into our FAQs here.

    Discover more about our 12 Founding Research Members

    Supporting the development and growth of innovative solutions to help farmers and agri-food business become more sustainable and profitable through the application of novel technology.

    CIEL’s Founding Research Members

    Meet our team and find out about any current vacancies.

    Join the agri-tech revolution, we may have the job for you!

    The CIEL team

    The Committee on Climate Change has recommended a 64% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from the agriculture and land-use sector to meet a 2050 net zero carbon target in the UK.

    This is an opportunity to tackle climate change while building systems that will help to deliver a sustainable farm and food future for our nation.

    Learn more about our Net Zero Challenge and read our reports.