Events

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.

F&A Next is an event about thought leadership and connecting promising startups and scale-ups with dedicated Food & Agtech investors and leading corporations. Includes two days of networking, presentations and discussions on the dynamics of food and agriculture.

How to design and present a successful project will be the focus of this session, which will provide all the details on the call for aid published in the BOE in May 2024 for the financing of the creation or provision of advisory services. The facilities of the School of Industrial Organization (EOI), at the University City of Madrid, host this face-to-face session, which can also be followed online on the EOI YouTube channel from 10:00 a.m. Isabel Bombal , Director General of Rural Development, Innovation and Agri-Food Training (MAPA) and José Bayón, Director General of the School of Industrial Organization (EOI), will open the day, which will also be attended by Maite Ambrós , Deputy Director General of Innovation and Digitalization (MAPA); Juan Pedro Romero , Head of the Training and Technology Area, Deputy Directorate General of Innovation and Digitalization (MAPA); and Sergio Gonzalo , Deputy Assistant Director of Market Regulation. Spanish Agricultural Guarantee Fund OA (FEGA) PROGRAM of the day | REGISTRATION | LIVE STREAMING

The 17th Symposium on Plant Health, in an edition where the role of artificial intelligence, current phytosanitary issues and key tools such as the Digital Farm Notebook where the role of the Advisor is fundamental will be discussed. Those interested in attending can reserve their place by filling out the form found at the following link: https://www.fitosymposium.com/INSCRIPCION/ To consult the Symposium program click here

Meeting that explores new technologies in food production, highlighting collaboration between companies and technology centers to promote innovation and improve market competitiveness. PROGRAM | REGISTRATION | LOCATION

BioCultura is celebrating its 30th edition at the Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona, and is witnessing the rise of organic production, sales and consumption. BioCultura, like every edition, has the firm intention of continuing to surprise visitors with the latest developments in the organic sector. The proposals are increasingly varied and make it easier for us to adopt healthy habits and consume more responsibly. BioCultura is the largest fair for organic products and responsible consumption in the state and will bring together this year some 400 exhibitors dedicated to the sectors of organic food, organic cosmetics, sustainable fashion, healthy housing, responsible tourism, renewable energy, sustainable mobility, crafts and NGOs. More than 300 activities will be held in parallel to the exhibition and some 50,000 visitors are expected.

During the day, the content of the HORIZON-MISS-2024-SOIL-01 call for proposals for the specific lines of implementation of Living Labs projects will be presented. NATIOONS will provide information and recommendations for launching living labs, taking into account their characteristics, governance and business models. A block of success stories will be organized, with the participation of entities that participate in projects approved in the 2023 call and in the afternoon, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., the entities that request it will be able to hold a bilateral meeting with CDTI technicians. Participants interested in holding a bilateral meeting with CDTI technicians during the day of the event (from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.) must complete the proposal template or the full proposal (if it has been previously submitted) and send it by email to marta.conde@cdti.es, until May 6 at 10:00 a.m. PROGRAM | REGISTRATION until May 6 | LOCATION

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

On April 26 and 27, the National Association of Extensive Livestock Farmers ( ANGGEX ) is organizing its 1st National Congress , where experts, researchers and professionals from the extensive livestock sector will share their knowledge, experiences and advances in research. During the Congress , activities, workshops, conferences and round tables related to the CAP, extensive livestock farming, native breeds, nutritional aspects and future prospects for the sector will be held. REGISTRATION | PROGRAM

In this technical day, different experts will explain what can be done to face the lack of water and how to know the state of the sun and the plant. In addition, different wineries will explain their experience with the use of sensors and technological tools with which they monitor the water status of their crops. PROGRAM | REGISTRATION | INFORMATION and CONTACT, María Marhuenda, 667385438, 932223923, mariamarhuenda@gencat.cat

Transfer Day on the use of “ Digital Technologies for Irrigation Efficiency and Applications in Precision Agriculture ” within the framework of the European DATI Project of the PRIMA program, aimed at the development and validation of new technological solutions to improve irrigation efficiency in crops in the Mediterranean basin. The day presents digital technologies for irrigation efficiency and vineyard management (monitoring and use of drones) and a practical demonstration is carried out on experimental plots. PROGRAM | REGISTRATION | LOCATION

The Agricultural Fair is celebrating its sixteenth event with sustainable agriculture and water management as its central theme. LOCATION : Campohermoso Exhibition and Congress Centre, Níjar, Almería CONTACT : +34 616 447 829, email: asociaexpocampohermoso@gmail.com

Professional fair aimed at food distribution, hotels, restaurants, hotels, catering and specialized trade. To consult the Fair dossier click here

Food 4 Future World Summit is the largest European conference on innovation technology in the food and beverage industry. A unique platform where you can discover the latest emerging technologies and the most innovative solutions. This is a must-see event for any professional who wants to boost their company to the highest level of competitiveness and innovation. AGENDA | REGISTRATION | BEC – Bilbao Exhibition Center

Agroecological Meeting is a consolidated event of the country's agricultural and livestock sector that is attended by farmers, technicians, agricultural consultants, industries, cooperatives, marketers and companies that intervene in the agri-food chain. This eighth edition is focused on woody crops (olive, almond, citrus, pistachio, etc.) that are experiencing the proliferation of new plantations, the generalization of novel agroecological techniques and the rise of intensive models, aspects that show their dynamism. But there are also threats associated with the climate and lack of water , which reduce the competitiveness of traditional, less mechanized and automated farms. PROGRAM | REGISTRATION FORM

Online presentation of the supra-autonomous advisory aid for the digital transition of the agri-food and digital sector within the framework of the Rural Development Information Meetings in which different officials from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food will present the details of these aids and present the next call focused on advisory services. Success stories will also be presented in the implementation of advisory measures of the digitalization package by the Union of Small Farmers and Ranchers (UPA) and Agro-food Cooperatives of Spain. PROGRAM of the day | LIVE TRANSMISSION

The EU CAP Network and the Danish National Network are jointly organising the 3rd National Networks meeting in Denmark. It will take place on 20 and 21 March 2024

13th European Meeting on Science, Technology and Innovation is the largest European event on R&D and knowledge transfer Transfiere connects the entire Spanish innovation system and promotes its international projection. Talent, scientific-technological development, access to investment and business in a meeting with high potential to generate global alliances and synergies. To consult the program click here

The fifth edition of the European Commission's flagship event European Research and Innovation Days 2024 (Brussels, March 20-21) discusses how we can make Europe greener, fairer and more competitive under a common narrative. The European Research and Innovation Days are an opportunity to discover successful EU-funded research and innovation projects, experience their impact on our society and debate the importance of continuing to invest in research and innovation. On March 21, the topic "A GREENER EUROPE" will be discussed. More information here | PROGRAM | INSCRIPTION

The 10th European Summit of Regions and Cities will bring a new perspective on issues of concern to citizens, such as democracy, sustainable development, the future of the European Union and its enlargement, the need to ensure social, economic and territorial cohesion, and dealing with the consequences of the war against Ukraine. To consult the program click here