The AgTech patent boom is not a passing trend. As agriculture becomes more data-driven, automated, and sustainability-focused, universities will remain primary sources of early-stage innovation. Technology transfer offices that understand how AgTech companies assess risk, value, and deployment will be best positioned to translate their innovation into real-world impact.

Just one month left until the AUTM 2026 Annual Meeting in Seattle, and I’m looking forward to connecting with colleagues and friends in the tech transfer space. If you’re attending too—whether you’re from a university tech transfer office, a startup, or somewhere in between—I’d love to say hello, grab a coffee, or compare notes on what you’re seeing in IP, licensing, and life sciences innovation. If you’ll be in Seattle, feel free to reach out. Hope to see you there. - Alison