Rothamsted Enterprises

About

An agritech innovation campus – an ideal environment for launching and scaling innovation-led businesses

Rothamsted Enterprises’ mission is to ensure the Rothamsted Campus thrives as a world-leading agri-food research and innovation ecosystem for businesses, investors and researchers, and we support this mission by combining physical infrastructure, business support, and access to science and investment networks.

Providing The Right Environment

• Flexible office and lab workspace enables start-ups and established agritech companies to locate directly alongside researchers, supporting collaboration and business growth.
• Conference centre for hosting events in house for the agritech community and for the wider local business market for up to 300 delegates.
• Reception facilities and tenant services creating a professional, supportive working environment that allows businesses to focus on innovation and scaling.
• On site restaurant open to tenants and the public, and shared campus spaces help engage community, encourage informal collaboration, and make the campus an attractive place to work and visit in Harpenden.

Building A Collaborative Ecosystem which in turn Supports Commercial Growth and Investment

• Access to the campus ecosystem and scientific expertise connecting businesses with leading researchers at Rothamsted Research and the wider agritech innovation community.
• Research collaboration opportunities help translate science into practical commercial solutions.
• Access to shared research facilities (ROSS) and equipment rooms give companies access to specialist tools and scientific capabilities.
• Business events bringing together scientists, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry partners to exchange knowledge and form partnerships.
• Business support services provide mentoring, guidance, and connections that strengthen company development and resilience.
• Access to funding opportunities and investor networks help businesses secure capital to develop and scale new technologies.

Together, these facilities, services, and connections create an integrated innovation ecosystem that enables businesses, researchers, and investors to collaborate effectively – accelerating the development of climate-smart agricultural technologies while supporting productivity, economic growth, and job creation.