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There is increasing recognition that behavioural shifts at individual, systemic, and policy levels are needed to foster the adoption of climate smart farming practices and technologies in the EU. Furthermore, EU policies need to consider the complex decision-making processes across the entire food value chain. Co-creation with relevant stakeholders across the food value chain can play a key role in addressing these gaps. Co-creation is a core component of the HORIZON Europe BEATLES project (Behavioural Change Towards Climate-Smart Food Systems). As part of the co-creation process, we have identified and engaged multiple stakeholder representatives across 5 food value chains in the EU - wheat farming in Lithuania, organic dairy farming in Germany, pig farming in Denmark, organic apple farming in Spain, onion and potato farming in the Netherlands. Follow this webinar and workshop to learn more...

Our sister project BEATLES project EU is hosting an interesting webinar on behavioural #research & shifting to #sustainable #food systems:

📢 Exciting news! AgEnRes will be participating in the upcoming EU multi-actor working group's first workshop of the BEATLES project EU hosted by AEIDL (European Association for Innovation in Local Development). 🌍🌱 🌱 We are looking forward to exploring EU policy perspectives for agriculture, farm practices classification for CAP interventions, and smart farm practices and innovation. Plus, gain valuable insights from experts on emerging trends and policy considerations. #AgEnRes #Workshop #EU #SustainableAgriculture #PolicyInsights

I am honoured to co-author this chapter about 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 in the book “Digital Sustainability: Leveraging Digital Technology to Combat Climate Change" with Marilena Gemtou, PhD and Evangelos Anastasiou This chapter discusses how smart farming technologies are being used to optimise and transform agricultural practices and food systems to make them more sustainable and resilient to the climate change and food security crisis. It further elaborates on how the adoption of these technologies comes with various barriers and drivers which hinder or aid farmers in their transition to digital agriculture. It discusses some of AEIDL (European Association for Innovation in Local Development)'s work on BEATLES project EU analysing the European policy framework to support and monitor digitisation in agriculture and the food systems as well as the international visions of future food systems based on digital technology as espoused by international agencies such as the United Nations, FAO. OECD - OCDE and The World Bank 

A #fair #food chain for #farmers and #consumers? Join Raluca Ioana Barbu from #VISIONARY partner Highclere Consulting SRL for her breakout session to find out more.

💡 In the era of climate change, promoting sustainable agriculture is crucial. The BEATLES project EU aims to drive behavioural changes that support climate-smart agricultural practices. 🌍 This effort is closely aligned with #PLANET4B research project, which seeks to understand and influence decision-making that impacts #biodiversity. #BetterDecisions #BehaviourChange

🌿  On June 12, 2024, the European Economic and Social Committee hosted a public hearing on Aligning the circular economy and the bioeconomy at EU and national level . The aim?  Boost synergies between bioeconomy, circularity and sustainability through a systemic approach to the circular bioeconomy,  led by rapporteur Cillian Lohan. Blanca Casares Guillén, policy expert at AEIDL (European Association for Innovation in Local Development), presented “Circular (bio)economy: a promising pathway for sustainable farming and development in rural areas?” 🍃✨ She highlighted significant political momentum, including a flagship initiative for prosperous rural areas with actions for the development of a sustainable bioeconomy.The Council Conclusions in 2023 stressed the need to focus on rural areas in developing a bioeconomy. Blanca also shared insights  from the BEATLES project EU, where AEIDL leads the co-creation of policy recommendations and tools. 🧑🌾 🚜 Curious to learn more? Dive into the details here:  https://lnkd.in/dNpHftb5 #HorizonEurope #behaviouralchange #ClimateSmartAgriculture #smartfarming #agriculture #bioeconomy #Circularconomy #CircularBioeconomy Smart Farming Technology Group - Agricultural University of Athens Agricultural University of Athens Københavns Universitet - University of Copenhagen National & Kapodistrian University of Athens National Technical University of Athens Wageningen University & Research AEIDL (European Association for Innovation in Local Development) SEI — Stockholm Environment Institute KPAD LTD- - Naturland e.V. Sustainable Innovations (SIE) Zveza potrošnikov Slovenije | Slovene Consumers' Association INTIA Delphy Food & Bio Cluster Denmark AgriFood Lithuania ART21 Q-PLAN INTERNATIONAL

Did you know? Small farms of under 10 hectares make up nearly 70% of all EU farms. 👨🌾 Through the challenges they are faced with, they remain a key part of food diversity and sustainable agriculture in Europe. 📊 See our infographic for key stats on small-sized farmers in Europe! Opportunities for small farmers: 📱 Modern technology 🤝 Cooperatives 🌿 Organic markets 🏞️ Agri-tourism 💚 Supports from initiatives such as the Common Agricultural Policy (#CAP), #RuralActionPlan, and #HorizonEurope programme  🚀 Projects such as Farmtopia empower small farms through co-developing agricultural digital solutions. Our upcoming Open Call initiative will fund 8 future Farmtopia Sustainable Innovation Pilots with €100,000 each. Learn more about how to participate in our blog! 🌟 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dWrA6KUj #HorizonEurope #ResearchImpactEU NEUROPUBLIC S.A. | GreenSupplyChain Digital Innovation Hub | AgriFood Lithuania | Foodscale Hub | Politecnico di Milano | Agricultural University of Athens | ART21 | University College Dublin | Pilze-Nagy Ltd. | #SUBSTRATPRODUKTIONKYNASTLOCKEGMB | ANAMOB | SmartRDI | Agricolus S.r.l. | SATA - Servizi per la Filiera Agroalimentare | GAIA ΕΠΙΧΕΙΡΕΙΝ | KU Leuven | Wim Govaerts & Co | ITC - Innovation Technology Cluster | ARVALIS - Institut du végétal | Carbon Bee | Frcuma Grand Est | Poios einai to Afentiko? Eurostat Euronews European Parliament

📄 Presenting you 6th Case Study! 🌱 Greek ENFASYS Case Study: Shifting Towards Sustainable Practices in the EU: Smart Farming Solutions for Sustainability 🌱 🍅 At the heart of consumer brands lies a pivotal opportunity – to foster sustainability across the EU. Our case study in Greece delves into the realm of smart farming solutions, spearheading a transformative journey towards sustainability within the agri-food industry. 🌍💡 🎯 Objective: To empower consumers and farmers alike, forging a collaborative ecosystem that champions sustainability. By bridging the gap between consumer demands and agricultural practices, we aim to cultivate healthier, fair-trade products while mitigating environmental impact. 🤝🌾 Join us in redefining the future of food and fostering a culture of sustainability across the EU! 🌍🌾 🌐 Curious to know more? https://lnkd.in/dtztqdC5 #Sustainability #SmartFarming #ConsumerEmpowerment #AgriFoodIndustry #CaseStudy #Greece 🇬🇷🚜 #ENFASYS . . . . . ILVO (Instituut voor Landbouw, Visserij- en Voedingsonderzoek) CEJA Young Farmers Association of Balkan Eco - Innovation GAIA ΕΠΙΧΕΙΡΕΙΝ Montpellier Business School NIBIO Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research Université catholique de Louvain Institut de l'Elevage (idele) Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Research Institute of Organic Agriculture FiBL

Does your UK company or research institute have agri-tech solutions or expertise in the following areas? 🐝 Biodiversity improvement 🌱 Biological controls 🌍 Regenerative agriculture 🌿 Plant and soil health 🤖 Digitisation and robotics Apply now - Spain & UK Agri-Tech Knowledge Exchange Program 2024/25: Cultivating Collaboration Building on the success of a knowledge scoping and networking initiative in 2023/24, the UK Agri-Tech Centre is set to launch a series of bilateral knowledge exchange visits between the UK and Spain in 2025. These visits, developed in partnership with the UK Science and Innovation Network and the Department for Business and Trade, aim to foster collaboration and innovation across both countries’ agricultural sectors. The visit presents a unique opportunity for UK companies to gain insights into Spain’s agricultural challenges and technology needs while forging new partnerships that could benefit farmers and producers in both nations. 👉Find out more here: https://ow.ly/gqml50TUsO2 #connect #inspire #grow #adopt #resilientsystems #intelligentagriculture #acceleratingagritech #agritech #agribusiness