Events

The ETSIA in Seville will host a series of seminars on the Common Agricultural Policy with various experts We would like to inform you about the holding of several seminars with qualified experts who will come to the ETSIA in Seville (Ctra. de Utrera, Km. 1) to discuss the Common Agricultural Policy , which will be open and of great interest. The first session on “The evolution of the CAP and the current CAP” was held on 6 March. The second session will be on Wednesday, March 12, from 12:40 to 14:30, in classroom 3. Armando Martínez, Coordinator of Agriculture and Food at the Andalusian Government, will participate in this session as a speaker on the topic. On Thursday 13 March, the conference will focus on “Rural development interventions”. Juan Antonio Jaén Téllez, Technical Advisor and Official of the Andalusian Government, will address this topic. To attend, simply send an email to the attention of DANIEL ALBARRACIN SANCHEZ: dalbarracin@us.es

The 2nd edition of AgroMurcia will be held at the El Batel Auditorium and Conference Centre (Cartagena) on 12 and 13 March 2025, following its successful first edition in the same month in 2023. Organized by : Department of Water, Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries of the Region of Murcia Co-organized by : PHYTOMA Collaboration : Cartagena City Council

The ETSIA in Seville will host a series of seminars on the Common Agricultural Policy with various experts We would like to inform you about the holding of several seminars with qualified experts who will come to the ETSIA in Seville (Ctra. de Utrera, Km. 1) to discuss the Common Agricultural Policy , which will be open and of great interest. The first of the sessions dedicated to "The evolution of the CAP and the current CAP" will take place on March 6. (from 8:30 to 10:20 a.m., in room 8), Thursday, and March 12, Wednesday, (12:40-2:30 p.m., in room 3) Armando Martínez, Coordinator of Agriculture and Food at the Junta de Andalucía, will speak to give an account of . On Thursday, March 13, Juan Antonio Jaén Téllez (8:30-10:20 a.m., classroom 8), Doctor in Agricultural, Food, Forestry and Sustainable Rural Development Engineering, Technical Advisor and Official of the Andalusian Government, will discuss "Rural development interventions." To attend, send an e-mail to the a/a. from DANIEL ALBARRACIN SANCHEZ: dalbarracin@us.es

IPMWise is a Decision Support Tool designed for precise and targeted weed control, based on field research conducted over the past six decades. Available for: Alfalfa, Lupine, Barley, Rapeseed, Chickpea, Sunflower, Pea, Broad Bean, Lentil, Corn, Soybean, Wheat, Triticale and Vetch; in this online seminar you will be able to learn how they work. Throughout the Seminar, Professor Montull will present the agronomic bases on which this HATD for Weed Control in Extensive Crops is based.

In-person technical conference aimed at presenting innovative solutions to boost agricultural productivity.

During this session, the Recicland project will be presented , and theory will be taught on the environmental consequences of hazardous waste management and on the internal management of pesticide containers, broth residues, and expired or discontinued products on the farm, as well as on the management of this hazardous waste off-farm.

The VII AGROCISTUS Technical Conference will take place on December 4 in Fraga (Huesca)

Digitalisation in the agricultural sector is a crucial challenge, especially for a wide range of small and micro-sized agricultural companies (SMEs), as well as for the state administration, which must coordinate with the Autonomous Communities and the European Union. In this context, the event will analyse the challenges and opportunities posed by digitalisation within the legislative framework of the CAP-27 and the Nature Restoration Law , including aspects such as the Digital Exploitation Notebook (CUE) and its integration with the databases managed by FEGA in Spain. The event will bring together experts from the administration and private companies who will share their experiences in the development of technological solutions for connectivity and data management. After the presentations, there will be a round table where attendees will be able to interact directly with the professionals.

The Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Rural World and Environment of the Government of La Rioja organizes the Sustainable management and soil quality conference, within the framework of the European project " Phos4Cycle. Monitoring of phosphates in agricultural and livestock activities for the sustainable use of soil and water, of the Interreg Sudoe program ". The Phos4Cycle project aims to develop a common strategy and action plan for the management of phosphates associated with agricultural and livestock activity in rural areas. Among the strategies evaluated in the project is the application of biochar in different crops. The use of biochar has been increasing in recent years due to the environmental benefits attributed to it. This conference will discuss how the application of biochar affects soil quality and carbon dynamics, as well as experiences of its use in different crops. Attendance is in person and registration is required. For any questions or clarifications, please contact us at transfer.agraria@larioja.org . PROGRAM AND REGISTRATION

10th annual EU conference on EAFRD financial instruments , organized by the European Commission, Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development (DG AGRI), and the European Investment Bank (EIB). Registration will open in Summer 2024. 10th Annual EU Conference on EAFRD Financial Instruments organised by the European Commission, Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development (DG AGRI) and the European Investment Bank (EIB). Registration will open during summer 2024.

The Plant Health and Certification Service is the technical unit that carries out the functions of control and certification of seeds and nursery plants, the management of surveillance and control plans for plant pests and diseases, the marketing and use of phytosanitary products and their evaluation, and technical advice to the production sector on plant health and seed production.

The 57th edition of the Lorca livestock, industrial and agri-food fair, SEPOR, will be held on October 28, 29, 30 and 31, 2024 in Lorca, Murcia Its programme includes the presentation of new products and solutions for the sector, as well as an extensive programme of conferences and talks.

EUFRAS organises an online collaborative Forum that helps to participate and manage thematic networks and to exchange, learn and grow with like-minded professionals across the agricultural advisory sector. Forum Participants : Beatriz Cardoso (CONSULAI) AdvisoryNetPEST: Enhance EU advisory services and foster knowledge sharing to reduce the use and risk of pesticides. Paula Resana (INTIA) STRATUS; Connecting advisors across Europe to accelerate knowledge creation and sharing on Integrated Fertilization Management. Claire Morelle (IFOAM) OrganicAdviceNetwork: Build a Europe-wide network of organic advisors of varying experience levels. To register for the Coffee Break click here EUFRAS is a network of advisory organisations created in 2013 with the aim of supporting agricultural advisory services across Europe. EUFRAS' main objectives include: developing a community of advisors and defending their interests; supporting the professional development of advisors; responding to the challenges facing advisory services in agriculture and rural development.

The E4Advice project , funded by the European Commission's Horizon Europe programme, aims to boost the role of advisors in Short Marketing Channels (SMC) and direct selling to transfer knowledge by creating an EU network of Advisors with knowledge and experience in these areas within the AKIS reference framework. You can sign up for the EU4Advice and Entretantos Foundation Living Lab by clicking here

Synergy Days is the leading conference connecting digital innovators in the European agri-food sector . The event provides a space for the agri-food community to meet, discuss and exchange knowledge by bringing together EU projects, policy makers, European and digital innovation hubs, farmers and more. Over two days , discussions, workshops, live demonstrations and presentations of EU projects will take place, designed to create more networking connections than ever before. You can register by clicking here . You can watch the program (in English) by clicking here .

The Spanish Fertilizer Trade Association (ACEFER) is holding the sixth edition of the National Congress on Fertilization on September 25 and 26 at the Puerta América Hotel in Madrid , under the motto “Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence” . The year 2024 has been crucial for the agricultural sector, with numerous mobilisations at European and national level highlighting the importance of agriculture and food. Energy industry and its relationship with fertilizers During the congress, key topics will be addressed such as the fertilizer market and regulations , the current situation of the agricultural sector, and technological and artificial intelligence advances in the field . The energy industry and its relationship with fertilizers, the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), and the carbon footprint in the sector will also be analyzed. There will be an exhibition area where startups and established companies will be able to showcase and advertise their latest technologies and services. The registration fee varies depending on the date on which it is formalised and whether or not you are a member, and ranges from 260 to 385 euros. PROGRAM | REGISTRATION

The cooperative group Agropal and the specialized magazine Tierras (from Interempresas Media) are organizing the 2024 edition of the Congress "The future of cereal", which this year will feature Ramón Armengol , a prominent figure in Catalan and Spanish cooperativism who has recently received the distinction of the Civil Order of Agrarian Merit awarded by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, as its opening speaker. Thanks to his extensive experience in Brussels, where he has come to preside over the organization that represents European cooperatives (COGECA), he will offer a detailed vision of the main challenges affecting the sector and how the Common Agricultural Policy and current geopolitical tensions will determine the future of the activity in the medium and long term. Other highlights will include: Efficiency in fertilization Seed as a key production factor Plant health Carbon farming The evolution of markets Alternative crops Gene editing PROGRAM | REGISTRATION

2024 edition of the Salamaq Agricultural Sector Fair, in conjunction with the 34th International Pure Livestock Exhibition. With the aim of being a reference for the agricultural sector and contributing to its progress and quality through innovation. The program includes a wide variety of events including: Morphological competitions for select cattle Technical and professional conferences of various kinds with a special focus on innovation and technical developments for the sector. "Land of Flavor" Day

The Technical Conference organized by the Agrarian Technological Institute of the Junta de Castilla y León ( ITACyL ) and the Wine Technology Platform ( PTV ) aims to highlight innovation in the wine sector . During the day, experts and specialists from ITACyL, CDTI and representatives of wineries will give various presentations on innovative projects and two round tables on innovation in the sector and the opportunities for public and public financing of innovation for the wine sector. PROGRAM | FREE REGISTRATION | Location | Event information and contact : comunicacion@ptvvino.com