Turn breakthrough research into real‑world impact
Got promising agri‑tech or horticultural research—and want to see it make a difference outside the lab? Ceres’ new Agri‑Tech Commercialisation Training Series brings you concise, practical webinars designed to help academics and KE professionals understand the sector, navigate funding, and build the skills to take technology from idea to impact.
These are short, online “lunch‑and‑learn” sessions, free to attend and open to researchers across UK HEIs and RTOs.
Delivered live as online webinars so you can join from anywhere.
Session line up & registration
CE Marking – What does it mean? — 9th March 2026, 12.30-13.30
What you’ll learn: What it is and isn’t, key steps, when to use CE marking and why it can be important for your hardware technology
Register: Agri-tech Commercialisation Training Series: CE Marking – What does it mean? Tickets, Mon, March 9, 2026 at 12:30 PM | Eventbrite
Fundraising — 16th March 2026, 12.30-13.30
What you’ll learn: Introduction to fundraising for University spin outs, tips and tricks
Register: Agri-tech Commercialisation Training Series: Fundraising – 16th March 2026, 12.30-13.30 PM – Eventbrite
Licensing – 18th March 2026, 12.00-13.00
What you’ll learn: Introduction to licensing, what, when and how, with examples
Register: Agri-tech Commercialisation Training Series: Licensing Tickets, Wed, Mar 18, 2026 at 12:00-13.00 I Eventbrite
How to apply for Ceres funding – 23rd March 2026, 12.30-13.30
What you’ll learn: Ceres funding opportunities, the process and how to apply
Register: Agri-tech Commercialisation Training Series: Ceres funding how to apply Tickets, Mon, Mar 23, 2026 at 12.30-13.30 PM I Eventbrite
Company Formation – 13th April 2026, 12.30-13.30
What you’ll learn: Introduction to licensing, what, when and how, with examples. Register: Agri-tech Commercialisation Training Series: Company Formation Tickets, Mon, Apr 13, 2026 at 12.30-13.30 PM I Eventbrite
How to apply for Ceres funding – 16th April 2026, 12.30-13.30
What you’ll learn: Ceres funding opportunities, the process and how to apply
Register: Agri-tech Commercialisation Training Series: Ceres funding how to apply Tickets, Thu, Apr 16, 2026 at 12.30-13.30 PM I Eventbrite
Spin Out Journey – 20th April 2026, 12.30-13.30
What you’ll learn: Learn from two current Ceres spin outs, there experience and advice
Register: Agri-tech Commercialisation Training Series: Spin out journey – 20th April, 2026 at 12.30-13.30 PM I Eventbrite
Telling Your Story – 11th May 2026, 12.30-13.30
What you’ll learn: Learn how to land your message and tell your story, bringing your technology to life, a valuable skill when talking to investors and potential customers
Register: Agri-tech Commercialisation Training Series: Telling your story – 11th May 2026, at 12.30-13.30 PM I Eventbrite
Spin outs: Financial reporting, statutory accounts – 18th May 2026, 12.30-13.30
What you’ll learn: Introduction to financial requirements for new spin outs, introduced by Barclays Eagle Labs
Register: Agri-tech Commercialisation Training Series: Spin outs: financial reporting, statutory accounts – 18th May 2026, at 12.30-13.30 PM I Eventbrite
This batch in part of an ongoing series— if you’ve missed any prior sessions (see flyer below) please get in touch and we can share recordings with you
Please email us at info@ceresagritech.org to be added to the mailing list for notifications and to request recordings to any of the webinar series.
Who should attend?
- Academic researchers with potentially commercial agri‑tech or horticultural innovations
- Knowledge Exchange and tech transfer colleagues
- Early‑career innovators curious about licensing vs spin‑out pathways
Questions?
Contact info@ceresagritech.org for general enquiries and accessibility needs.
Agri-tech Commercialisation Training Series (online webinars) (2)
