Events

The first informative day for livestock farmers of the GESVAC 4.0 Operational Group will take place on March 7 - Phase 2 at the IMIDRA La Chimenea estate in Aranjuez (Madrid). Program: 12:00 Presentation of the day 12:15 IMIDRA Activities Santiago Moreno Alcalde (Head of the IMIDRA Livestock Research and Improvement Area) 12:30 Testing within the Limousin Breeding Program Francisco Javier García Calvillo (Technical Director of the Spanish Federation of Limousin Breeders) 13:00 New developments in the GESVAC 4.0 platform José Luis Tejeda (ICT Department of the Confederation of Spanish Frisian Associations) 13:30 Meat quality through ultrasound Nicolás Escartín (HUMECO Veterinarian) 14:15 Spanish wine

The supra-regional Operational Group PRERIVID has organised a technical dissemination day that will take place in a hybrid format (in person and online via Microsoft Teams) on 11 March. PROGRAM | IN-PERSON REGISTRATION | ONLINE REGISTRATION

Transfiere brings together experts from different sectors to exchange scientific and technological knowledge, promote innovation, and strengthen the relationship between science and business. Held annually in Malaga, this event is key for ecosystem players, facilitating B2B meetings, expanding networking opportunities, finding strategic partners, and presenting innovative products, services, and projects. Through thematic panels and conferences, up-to-date information on internationalization, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, Industry 5.0, financing, investment, research, open innovation, and public procurement of innovation is disseminated. The event provides a variety of opportunities to discover and connect with the latest trends and the best opportunities. Agriculture in Transfer 2025 On Thursday the 13th, at 12:00 p.m., the project "Influence of regenerative agriculture on biodiversity and the functioning of pasture areas (AGROREG)" will be presented, among others. Speaker: Francisco Rodríguez León. ECUORUM-Pablo de Olavide University. On Friday the 14th, at 12:45 p.m., the talk "Strategies to Boost Technology Transfer: Geolit 25 Years as a Tool for Territorial Cohesion" will take place. The second part will focus on innovation and technological development in the agricultural and agri-food sectors. PROGRAM

The Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Rural World and Environment of the Government of La Rioja is organizing the Field Day: Conservation Agriculture: Direct sowing and plant cover in woody crops , aimed at farmers and technicians. Different plots will be visited where the subject of waste management, soil, rotations for the practice of direct sowing and the use of plant covers in woody crops will be discussed. Program 9.30-10.30 a.m. Conservation agriculture machinery. Direct seeding drills with coulters, discs and spiked harrows 10:30-11:00 a.m. Visit to a wheat plot 11.00-11.30 a.m. Coffee break 11.30-11.50 a.m. Visit to barley plot 11.50-13.00 h Visits to legume plots 13.00-14.00 h Visit to a vineyard with vegetation cover For any questions or clarifications, please contact us via email at transfer.agraria@larioja.org or by calling 617 97 70 64. REGISTRATION

On March 13, a demonstration workshop for farmers of the GO AGRIREGENCARBÓN project will take place , the general objective of which is to establish a pilot project to validate the technical, regulatory and economic viability of a methodology for the generation of carbon emission offsets in the agricultural sector. PROGRAM: 9:30h: Reception of attendees 9:45h: Welcome and presentation of the Agriregencarbon project. Jesús Abadias Ullod – Agrifood Cooperatives of Aragon 10:00h: Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture in crops of the Iberian Peninsula. José Luis García de Castro Rubio – Poultree Regenerative Farm 11:15h: Introduction to agricultural carbon markets. Orson Acosta Romero de Tejada - Azolla Projects 12:30pm: Regional agricultural experiences. Farmers from the province of Teruel will share their experiences related to sustainable agriculture and Carbon Farming. 1:00 p.m.: Aperitif for attendees REGISTRATION

National technical conference to present the results of the MAXI-CoberLEG Operational Group (Maximizing the benefits of cover crops through the selection of winter legume species and crop management), which will take place in person in Pontevedra and online through TEAMS. This initiative responds to a comprehensive approach that combines aspects of agrodiversity, genetic improvement, physiology, production and plant quality, and links them to the techno-economic demands and preferences of both producers and end consumers, to improve through R&D&I actions the competitiveness of a key export sector for the Spanish agri-food economy. The Supra-autonomous Operational Group MAXI-CoberLEG is made up of the Galician Business-University Foundation (FEUGA), Biological Mission of Galicia (MBG-CSIC), the Centre for Soil Science and Applied Biology of Segura (CEBAS-CSIC), the companies Masía el Carmen SL, Bio Varsella SL and the Agricultural Cooperative of Pego, Coop. V., and as subcontracted members the following entities: University of Valencia (UV), Valencian Institute of Agricultural Research (IVIA), and Darwin Bioprospecting Excellence SL Program: 16:15 – Welcome to the Biological Mission of Galicia of the Spanish National Research Council (MBG-CSIC); Registration of attendees and delivery of promotional material. 16:30 – Presentation of the MAXI-CoberLEG Supra-autonomous Operational Group Beatriz Calviño Vázquez , Innovation and National Projects Manager at FEUGA 16:40 – Native biodiversity of legumes: lupine and its potential as winter groundcovers Dr. Marta Santalla Ferradás , Scientific Researcher of the Plant Development Genetics Group (DEVOLEG), of the Biological Mission of Galicia of the Higher Council for Scientific Research. 16:55 – Role of winter legume covers in the conservation of natural enemies in citrus Dr. César Monzó Ferrer, Senior Researcher at the Entomology Unit, Valencian Institute of Agricultural Research, Moncada (IVIA). 17:10 – Questions and answers 17:20 – Visit to the experimental test plots and germplasm bank of the seed collections 18:10 – Networking Aimed at farmers, cooperatives, production companies, companies related to increasing citrus productivity, business associations in the sector and clusters, Designations of Origin/Protected Geographical Indication, Public Administrations related to agriculture, the environment and/or rural development, universities, Research Groups and Technology Centres, end consumers and the general public. REGISTRATION

Citrus Connect , the first international event that unites innovation, tradition and community in a unique celebration of citrus wealth, will take place in Palma del Río , in the heart of the Guadalquivir Valley, on March 25 and 26, 2025 . Organized in two days, the first one theoretical and the second one practical, it is aimed at producers and expert technicians interested in learning about innovations and good practices in the citrus sector and at company representatives looking for new business opportunities. Citrus Connect 2025 Goals Knowledge Exchange: Through technical workshops and field demonstrations, Citrus Connect seeks to promote the exchange of knowledge among industry professionals. Practical Training: A complete program that includes lectures and guided tours of farms, providing practical training from leading professionals. Collaboration and Networking Space: A unique environment where producers, technicians and companies can establish relationships, share progress and explore synergies. Platform for Companies: An opportunity for companies to showcase their products and services, connecting directly with their audience and expanding their visibility. Details of the meeting on citrus innovation Day 1: Technical Day Location: Coliseum Theatre A high-level technical day will be held at the majestic Coliseo Theatre , where tradition and innovation intertwine. Here, technicians, scientists and institutions of national and international renown will share the latest developments and trends in the citrus sector. This day will be full of enriching debates and innovative solutions that will lay the foundations for a sustainable future in the industry. Day 2: Demonstration Day Location: Moratalla Palace The second day will offer a hands-on experience in the historic Moratalla Palace and its surroundings. The technical sessions will continue with demonstrations in citrus farms, where innovative solutions will be applied directly in the field. This environment, rich in history and beauty, is the ideal place to connect theory with practice and immerse yourself in the essence of citrus growing.

Registration for the first OrganicAdviceNetwork cross-tour: "Organic Viticulture in Italy" is open until February 25th OrganicAdviceNetwork , the knowledge exchange network between organic production advisors recently launched in Spain, is organizing its first cross-visit for advisors from Southern Europe, focusing, on this occasion, on organic viticulture and its adaptation to climate change. This visit is designed for advisors interested in organic viticulture , both those with experience and those who want to start in the sector. It will be a unique opportunity to learn about different advisory approaches , share experiences and explore strategies for adapting to climate change in organic vineyards and wineries. During two days of field visits , participants will learn about different strategies for managing organic vineyards and wineries, share experiences with advisors from all over Europe and explore innovative business models. Reimbursable expenses Language: English (basic oral and written comprehension) Registration deadline: February 25, 2025 Project funded by the European Commission and the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation.