Events

Until September 5, those professionals who want to get started in promoting R&D&I projects can apply to participate in the new Seminar for Advisors on R&D&I Projects of the European Union , which the CDTI is organizing between October 14 and 17, 2024. This is the 29th edition of an event aimed primarily at organisations with the capacity to participate in Horizon Europe , and specifically, at people whose main activity is supporting the participation of Spanish entities in research, technological development and innovation activities financed by the European Union through Horizon Europe and related initiatives. The aim is for participants to acquire the necessary skills to advise their researchers, their organisations or other entities in order to guide and adapt their proposals to the calls for Horizon Europe , working in a network with other organisations. Additionally, for those attendees familiar with R&D&I projects, the Seminar contributes to training them to prepare and elaborate proposals in their area of competence. The Seminar consists of five modules: Module I.- Overview, structure and content of Horizon Europe . Module II.- The participation process . Module III.- Thematic priorities of Horizon Europe . Module IV.- The process of preparing proposals . Module V.- The evaluation process . The registration fee per participant will be €375 (VAT included). INCIDENTS AND QUERIES | INFORMATION AND AGENDA | REGISTRATIONS UNTIL 11PM ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Fruit Attraction is the meeting point for fruit and vegetable professionals. Fruit Attraction has become the reference commercial tool for the WORLDWIDE marketing of fruit and vegetables . Its capacity to promote global exports in the sector makes it the commercial connection point for all the professionals that make up the entire value chain, in addition to having consolidated itself as a framework for innovation in the fruit and vegetable market.

Iberflora is the great professional gardening event . The largest commercial and educational offer within the business of plants, flowers, landscaping, gardening, technology and DIY gardening in the professional calendar of the sector. To consult the event program click here

On July 3, the conference "Models of international transfers: university and business" will take place, which is part of the EIV-UPM 2024 activities program at the Boadilla del Monte Campus. The transfer and collaboration between science and business is one of the main weaknesses of the Spanish STI system, but also one of the greatest opportunities for progress. The university must establish the basic foundations to promote transfer and collaboration in the Science and Innovation System. For this reason, the UPM is organizing this event, which will be completed with two round tables on the following topics: International Transfer Models. International Experiences University - Company FREE REGISTRATION

Conference with food experts to learn about and discuss the latest developments in the industry, share case studies and valuable experience on food safety, quality and manufacturing practices. To consult the Summit program click here

Meat Industry Fair where meat lovers, experts in the field and the latest trends in technology and products come together to offer you a unique experience of discovery and collaboration in the exciting world of the Meat Industry. To consult the program click here

Abanca Fair Green Week of Galicia The entire value chain of the primary sector, from agriculture, machinery and livestock, to the final product or gastronomic tourism, will once again be the hallmark of the event. The venue is located in the town of Silleda and has magnificent infrastructures covering more than 400,000 m2 of surface area, of which 35,000 m2 are used for exhibitions (distributed in several pavilions) and 55,000 m2 outdoors, as well as 27,000 m2 of green areas. Its pavilions, its auditorium, its multiple rooms and its outdoor spaces give it great versatility. In addition, there are its large car parks, a green ring, an artificial lake and even a helipad, which allow it to adapt to all types of events and needs.

The Conference will bring together the best of agricultural and rural innovation in Europe. The objectives are: to highlight the successful implementation of the EIP-AGRI through GO projects as one of its main pillars, and to learn from this experience for the implementation of projects under the CAP 2023-2027. The conference programme will include plenary sessions with keynote speakers and interactive discussions showcasing concrete stories of relevant GOs. It will also celebrate the establishment of over 3,400 GO projects across the EU. The event will create opportunities to further disseminate and improve project results, and will help participants better understand the broader scope of topics that GOs can address during the CAP period 2023-2027. More information about the selection process and criteria If you are interested in applying to attend the conference, you can already prepare your application by checking the questions in the application form. If you have any questions about the conference, please contact conference.innovation@eucapnetwork.eu AGENDA

VIII Global Conference on Family Farming: Sustainability of our Planet Since its inception, the World Rural Forum has held 8 Global Conferences on Family Farming. These conferences have been attended by hundreds of top-level representatives from governments, international organizations, research centers, organizations of family farmers, cooperatives and NGOs from the 5 continents. The debates generated have served to mark and emphasize priorities for action in favor of family farming, priorities that have been a clear reference at the international level. To consult the Agenda of the VIII Conference click here

International meeting of professionals in the food, beverage and food service industry based on the key markets in the sector and their consumer trends. AGENDA | BROCHURE

Summit on open innovation and digitalisation applied to Food and the Agri-Food Chain. It is a benchmark event in the sector and a meeting point to find partners and increase funding and internationalisation channels, as well as to present new innovative products, services and projects. You can consult the PROGRAM and process your REGISTRATION for the summit. To consult the Summit dossier click here

The Madrid is Science Fair is a scientific outreach event aimed at school communities and the general public. Madrid is Science is intended as a comprehensive showcase of the R&D+i capabilities of the Community of Madrid for the construction of a sustainable future, showing citizens the response that Science, Technology and Innovation can give to the challenges of the planet. The entire value chain of talent in our region – educational centres, research centres, innovative companies, universities and institutions – will be represented at the next Fair.

Professional meeting for hospitality, hotels, food and services To consult the program click here

In this IX edition, the proposed theme is: “ AKIS. Consulting, information systems, innovation and agri-food knowledge ”. This event will show how all the tools and agents of the agri-food system are incorporated and articulated, and will also serve to share knowledge and experiences on how to improve agri-food innovation systems, from the point of view of both public and private professional activity. The aim of this new forum is to analyse the role played by AKIS in the innovation of agri-food systems and their impact on the economic and social development of the sector, as well as the role of advice within the AKIS system. Innovation systems are crucial to increasing the productivity, sustainability and competitiveness of agri-food and agri-industry. All activities carried out during the Forum can be followed IN PERSON by prior registration or by STREAMING on this same page. PROGRAM , here REGISTRATION AND CONTACT , here

FIMA Agrícola has established itself as one of the most important and internationally recognised events in the agricultural sector. The international focus of the Fair attracts exhibitors and visitors from all over the world, generating a diverse and dynamic platform for the exchange of ideas, business and collaborations. FIMA is also distinguished by its commitment to excellence and quality in the organisation of technical talks and parallel activities that complement the main exhibition. Its long history, experience and focus on technology and knowledge make it an essential space to discover the latest developments, establish business contacts and participate in the dialogue and advancement of the global agricultural industry. TECHNICAL SHEET , here ACCREDITATION , here CONTACT , here

Climate, food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture and environment: funding opportunities for international R&D&I collaboration On December 20, REDIT is organizing an information day on Horizon Europe where the 2024 call for proposals of Cluster 6 "Food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture and environment" and the " Climate" area of Cluster 5 will be discussed. AGENDA here REGISTRATION HERE Contact : Elena Cortés (elena.cortes@redit.es)

Climate, food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture and environment: funding opportunities for international R&D&I collaboration On December 12, Innobasque in collaboration with the CDTI is organizing an information day on Horizon Europe where the 2024 call for proposals of Cluster 6 "Food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture and environment" and the " Climate" area of Cluster 5 will be discussed . AGENDA here REGISTRATION HERE Contact : Nora Ibáñez, nibanez@innobasque.eus

ONLINE DAY in which the results of the work carried out for the implementation of digital technologies in the agri-food sector will be shown and the presentation of the digital tool DigiMAPA that will favor the interconnection between agrotech companies and end users.

The Chair of Agri-Food Cooperatives, in collaboration with the Generalitat Valenciana, Agro-Food Cooperatives of Spain and the C. Valenciana, organizes on June 16 in Paterna (Valencia), from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., a conference on direct land management by agri-food cooperatives. The conference has a hybrid format, it can be followed virtually by zoom (upon registration) and also in person at the Caixa Popular headquarters, in El Parc Tecnólógic de València. The event is sponsored by Caixa Popular. During the meeting, direct land management, legal, fiscal and labor issues will be presented in a round table conference. In addition, the experiences and good practices of agri-food cooperatives in land management will be discussed. PROGRAM Registration for the Conference - In-person Registration for the Conference - Online Agri-Food Cooperatives Chair Agri-food Cooperatives of Spain and the University of Valencia UVCátedras launched a Chair in 2018 to generate knowledge about agri-food cooperatives. The objectives of the Chair are to generate research, reflection and transmission of knowledge on legal and economic issues of cooperatives, to stimulate the study of issues that affect agri-food cooperatives and to disseminate the characteristics of this type of companies.

The Abanca Semana Verde de Galicia fair will take place at the Feira Internacional de Galicia ABANCA , the largest exhibition park in the northwest of the peninsula. The venue is located in the town of Silleda , a stone's throw from its reference city, Santiago de Compostela. It has magnificent infrastructures: more than 400,000 m2 of surface, of which 35,000 m2 are used for exhibition covered (distributed in several pavilions) and 55,000 m2 outdoors, in addition to 27,000 m2 of green areas. Its pavilions, its auditorium, its multiple rooms and its outdoor spaces give it great versatility. Added to these are its large parking lots, a green ring, an artificial lake and even a heliport, which allows it to adapt to all types of events and needs.