International virtual meeting on best practices in short-channel marketing advice
Description
The Innovation and Consulting Network for Short Marketing Channels (RIA-CCC) is organizing a virtual meeting for public and private technicians and advisors on September 29, 2025 , from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. , within the framework of Intervention 7201.
Under the title "Good Practices in International Consulting," the event will provide a platform for learning about key experiences in different countries, fostering knowledge exchange, and exploring strategies that strengthen local food systems and short-term marketing channels.
Meeting program
• 5:00 PM – 5:15 PM | Welcome and introduction
Presentation of the objectives of the day.
• 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM | International technical presentations
- 5:15 PM – 5:35 PM | Territorial Advisory Model for Local Food Systems – AgroBio Périgord, France
Speaker: Stéphanie BOMME-ROUSSARIE, Head of Collective Restoration and Territory – AgroBio Périgord, France - 17:35 – 17:55 | Federated Advisory System to Promote Producer Networks and Short Channels – Associazione Italiana per l'Agricoltura Biologica (AIAB), Italy. Speaker: Dr. Vincenzo Vizioli, President – AIAB Umbria, Italy
- 5:55 PM – 6:15 PM | Technology Solutions for Short-Term Marketing Channels (STCs) – Local Food Marketplace, USA
Speaker: Amy McCann, CEO – Local Food Marketplace, USA
• 6:15 – 6:45 PM | Debate and conclusions
Exchange of questions and experiences with the speakers.
• 6:45 PM – 7:00 PM | Closing
Summary of lessons learned and invitation to continue networking.
Free registration
Participation in the meeting is free and requires prior registration.
This event provides an opportunity to learn about international best practices in agricultural consulting , identify replicable models, and enhance the work of advisors and technicians supporting the transition toward more sustainable agri-food systems.