AgriFood4Future

🚀 Shape the Future of Agriculture with AgriFood4Future! 🌿🌍 AgriFood4Future, part of the ERASMUS+ programme, is transforming agri-food education through open innovation, acceleration programs, and European mobility opportunities for students. ✅ Students & startups: access training, funding & international exchanges ✅ Farms & businesses: join our open innovation programs ✅ Educators & professionals: become part of the European Centers of Vocational Excellence 📢 Applications are now open for the second edition of our entrepreneurship program! Don't miss out! 🔗 Learn more & get involved: https://lnkd.in/dHd23wCb 𝐴𝑔𝑟𝑖𝐹𝑜𝑜𝑑4𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠: 🇮🇹 • Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Agrifood Clust-ER, Phorma Mentis 🇫🇷 • ARVALIS - Institut du végétal, FRcuma Ouest, AgroParisTech, Valorial, cluster d'innovation agri-agro 🇬🇷 • AKMI International, AGENSO, ΕΛΓΟ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ 🇪🇸 • Cesur, Clúster FEMAC, Málaga TechPark | Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, TTA - Trama TecnoAmbiental 🇧🇪 • Inagro vzw, VIVES University of Applied Sciences, BGT Consulting Group - Business | Government | Technology 🇵🇹 • Food4Sustainability CoLAB, ISQ, GreenUPorto, BGI - Sustainable Ventures 🇩🇪 • European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB), BK CON 𝑁𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝐶𝑜𝑉𝐸𝑠: CoVE France - Agrifood4future CoVE Portugal - AgriFood4Future #AgriFood #Innovation #Education #ErasmusPlus #AgriFood4Future

🚜 As part of the AGRIFOOD4FUTURE Project, AGENSO, a key member of the Digital Transnational Working Group, had the opportunity to contribute to a webinar organized by the Greek COVE on November 4th. This engaging event explored critical challenges and opportunities in: 🌱 Smart Farming 💧 Water Circularity 🌍 Bioeconomy within the agri-food sector. 🚀 The presentation underscored the power of collaboration, innovation, and digital tools in driving meaningful change within the AgriFood4Future framework. 🎬 Read the article and watch the replay: https://lnkd.in/e43q6CEJ 📢 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸! 📢 🌐 The Digital Working Group is growing a vibrant community of experts and enthusiasts in digital transformation. 💡 If you're passionate about innovation and eager to connect with forward-thinking professionals, we’d love to have you on board! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ex8SdWyM #SmartFarming #DigitalTransformation #AF4FProject #Networking " #agrifood #AF4F

🚀 Ready to face the challenges and seize the opportunities of the agri-food sector in a constantly evolving world? 🌟 Join the Capacity Building Program, designed especially for farmers and SMEs in the agri-food sector, and stay abreast of industry trends. This innovative programme offers: ✅ Knowledge and strategies to respond to market needs ✅ Key competences such as... 🌾 Soil health and regenerative practices 💧 Efficient resource management 🚜 Precision farming techniques 💡 Entrepreneurial mindset ➕ In addition, you can complement the training by taking part in the Technical Assistance Programme, which includes consultancy services focused on digitalisation and decarbonisation challenges. Why register? 👨🏫 Acess to experts 🤝 Expand your network of contacts at European level 🎓 Certification using micro-credentials Don't miss this opportunity and take part and transform the future of your business! 👉🏻 Register now: https://lnkd.in/ey6Rd6uV 👉🏻 More info: https://lnkd.in/dfbNPgsh 𝐴𝑔𝑟𝑖𝐹𝑜𝑜𝑑4𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠: 🇮🇹 • Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Agrifood Clust-ER, Phorma Mentis 🇫🇷 • ARVALIS - Institut du végétal, FRcuma Ouest, AgroParisTech, Valorial, cluster d'innovation agri-agro 🇬🇷 • AKMI International, AGENSO, ΕΛΓΟ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ 🇪🇸 • Cesur, Clúster FEMAC, Málaga TechPark | Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, TTA - Trama TecnoAmbiental 🇧🇪 • Inagro vzw, VIVES University of Applied Sciences, BGT Consulting Group - Business | Government | Technology 🇵🇹 • Food4Sustainability CoLAB, ISQ, GreenUPorto, BGI - Sustainable Ventures 🇩🇪 • European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB), BK CON 𝑁𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝐶𝑜𝑉𝐸𝑠: CoVE France - Agrifood4future CoVE Portugal - AgriFood4Future #ISQ #Technology #Innovation #Services #Training #Industry #Inspection #Engineering #Information #Sustainability #Agrifood4Future #Upskilling #SmartAgriculture #AF4F

🌱 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱? 🌾 🌟 Explore the AgriFood4Future YouTube channel for insightful expert webinars ! Here are a few topics you can explore right now: 🚀 Venture Building & Success Cases: Learn how innovative ideas are brought to life in the agrifood sector 🌿 To Plow or Not to Plow: Discover the impacts of soil management techniques and their role in sustainability ♻️ Biocircular Working Group: Dive into the circular economy and its potential for the agrifood industry 💰 Investment Landscape in Europe: Innovation & Entrepreneurship Explore now and join the conversation! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eCGNu9Nf 𝐴𝑔𝑟𝑖𝐹𝑜𝑜𝑑4𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠: 🇮🇹 • Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Agrifood Clust-ER, Phorma Mentis 🇫🇷 • ARVALIS - Institut du végétal, FRcuma Ouest, AgroParisTech, Valorial, cluster d'innovation agri-agro 🇬🇷 • AKMI International, AGENSO, ΕΛΓΟ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ 🇪🇸 • Cesur, Clúster FEMAC, Málaga TechPark | Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, TTA - Trama TecnoAmbiental 🇧🇪 • Inagro vzw, VIVES University of Applied Sciences, BGT Consulting Group - Business | Government | Technology 🇵🇹 • Food4Sustainability CoLAB, ISQ, GreenUPorto, BGI - Sustainable Ventures 🇩🇪 • European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB), BK CON 𝑁𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝐶𝑜𝑉𝐸𝑠: CoVE France - Agrifood4future CoVE Portugal - AgriFood4Future #Agrifood4Future #Erasmus+ #Sustainability #DigitalTransformation #AgricultureInnovation #VETExcellence #SustainableSkills #SmartFarming #InnovationInEducation #ErasmusPlus #AF4F

[ADVENT CALENDAR DAY 24] 🎁 What will be inside the last gift box of this special calendar? 🎁 👣 We’ve reached the end of this journey together, discovering the AgriFood4Future project. You had the chance to explore the activities carried out, the partners involved and the opportunities available for stakeholders in the agri-food sector. Here are a few words that have guided us through this year: ✏️ Design: This was the year of building the foundation of our project 🏠, where we developed the training courses content for VET, HEI, and LLL courses 🤝 Collaborate: A big thank you to the entire project team for their professionalism, integrity, and dedication 🕵️ Scout: A year of strong commitment to seeking stakeholders, startups, and innovative ideas 🫵 Are you curious to learn more? Do you want to contribute to transforming the agri-food sector? We are thrilled to have you with us on this journey! 🚀 🎄 We wish you a Merry Christmas and look forward to seeing you in 2025! 🎆 𝐴𝑔𝑟𝑖𝐹𝑜𝑜𝑑4𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠: 🇮🇹 • Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Agrifood Clust-ER, Phorma Mentis 🇫🇷 • ARVALIS - Institut du végétal, FRcuma Ouest, AgroParisTech, Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro 🇬🇷 • AKMI International, AGENSO, ΕΛΓΟ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ 🇪🇸 • Cesur, Clúster FEMAC, Málaga TechPark | Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, TTA - Trama TecnoAmbiental 🇧🇪 • Inagro vzw, VIVES University of Applied Sciences, BGT Consulting Group - Business | Government | Technology 🇵🇹 • Food4Sustainability CoLAB, ISQ, GreenUPorto, BGI - Sustainable Ventures 🇩🇪 • European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB), BK CON #Innovation #AgriFood4Future #AF4F #ErasmusPlus #AgriFood #AgriFoodInnovation

[ADVENT CALENDAR DAY 23] 🌍 Exciting Progress on the Erasmus+ Exchange Program! 🌍 AKMI International is thrilled to lead Task 4.1 as we advance in developing a unique six-month exchange program, helping students broaden their skills across borders! 📚 This initiative, designed to fulfill 30 ECTS credits, unites Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UCSC), VIVES University of Applied Sciences, GreenUPorto, and AgroParisTech to offer tailor-made, gap-bridging curricula in higher education levels EQF 6-8. 📈 Students will gain valuable insights from diverse topics not covered in their home universities, unlocking new learning and training opportunities from leading institutions across Europe. 🎄 🎅 VIVES & UCSC will offer tailored EQF 6 programs in English, including internship and training courses for bachelor's students. 🎁 UCSC, UPorto, and AgroParisTech will collaborate on EQF 7 curricula, integrating thesis projects, internships, and essential skills training. 🧑🎄 For PhD students, AgroParisTech and UCSC will focus on EQF 8 curriculum development with new research and mobility agreements! 📅 As we overcome challenges like tight agreement schedules and aim for broad student engagement, we’re excited to extend the program timeline to M45, supporting a three-semester plan: Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Fall 2026. 🧑🏻🎓 Thanks to the Erasmus+ mobility program, students will soon embark on journeys to discover new academic perspectives and boost their careers. Stay tuned for more updates as we work towards fostering transformative learning experiences across Europe! 📬 To make sure you don't miss a thing, don't forget to subscribe to our page, and if you like the initiative, share our posts! 𝐴𝑔𝑟𝑖𝐹𝑜𝑜𝑑4𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠: 🇮🇹 • Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Agrifood Clust-ER, Phorma Mentis 🇫🇷 • ARVALIS - Institut du végétal, FRcuma Ouest, AgroParisTech, Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro 🇬🇷 • AKMI International, AGENSO, ΕΛΓΟ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ 🇪🇸 • Cesur, Clúster FEMAC, Málaga TechPark | Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, TTA - Trama TecnoAmbiental 🇧🇪 • Inagro vzw, VIVES University of Applied Sciences, BGT Consulting Group - Business | Government | Technology 🇵🇹 • Food4Sustainability CoLAB, ISQ, GreenUPorto, BGI - Sustainable Ventures 🇩🇪 • European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB), BK CON #Agrifood4Future #LifelongLearning #AgriFoodInnovation #ErasmusPlus #HigherEd #StudentMobility #AF4F #FutureofEducation

[ADVENT CALENDAR DAY 22] 🌍 International learning opportunities for Agrifood and agriculture students! 🌱 📌 Thanks to the AgriFood4Future project, students from Agriculture & Agrifood programs have the exciting opportunity to participate in an exchange program at VIVES University of Applied Sciences in Belgium! 🚀 This international exchange not only enriches their academic experience but also helps building valuable cross-cultural skills and networks in the ever-evolving agri-food sector. 🤝 We are proud to cultivate future-proof professionals by fostering international cooperation and knowledge sharing. ✏️ Register via the Vives international office: https://lnkd.in/eugFGgXJ 📬 To make sure you don't miss a thing, don't forget to subscribe to our page, and if you like the initiative, share our posts! 𝐴𝑔𝑟𝑖𝐹𝑜𝑜𝑑4𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠: 🇮🇹 • Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Agrifood Clust-ER, Phorma Mentis 🇫🇷 • ARVALIS - Institut du végétal, FRcuma Ouest, AgroParisTech, Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro 🇬🇷 • AKMI International, AGENSO, ΕΛΓΟ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ 🇪🇸 • Cesur, Clúster FEMAC, Málaga TechPark | Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, Trama TecnoAmbiental, S.L. 🇧🇪 • Inagro vzw, VIVES University of Applied Sciences, BGT Consulting Group - Business | Government | Technology 🇵🇹 • Food4Sustainability CoLAB, ISQ, GreenUPorto, BGI - Sustainable Ventures 🇩🇪 • European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB), BK CON #Agrifood4Future #ErasmusPlus #Sustainability #DigitalTransformation #AgricultureInnovation #AF4F #LifelongLearning #AgriFoodInnovation

[ADVENT CALENDAR DAY 21] 🌱 Empowering the Future of Agriculture through Skills Development 🚜 📄 As part of the AgriFood4Future initiative, a comprehensive study has highlighted the critical role of Vocational Education and Training (VET) in shaping the "agriculture of the future". With the sector undergoing rapid transformation, here are some key insights: ⚒️ Emerging Skills Needs: digitalization, sustainability, and entrepreneurial skills are essential for adapting to climate-smart and precision agriculture practices 🎳 Challenges: skills gaps persist due to limited training opportunities, lack of digital infrastructure in rural areas, and low engagement from certain stakeholders 🎯 Solutions: strengthening collaboration between VET institutions, industry, and policymakers is crucial to align training with market needs and foster innovation 📚 Lifelong Learning: upskilling and reskilling programs are vital to equip both new entrants and experienced workers with the tools needed for sustainable farming 📝 This study underscores the importance of modernizing agricultural education to meet the demands of a digital and green economy while inspiring the next generation of agricultural leaders. ⁉️ What skills do you think are most critical for the future of agriculture? Let’s discuss! 📬 To make sure you don't miss a thing, don't forget to subscribe to our page, and if you like the initiative, share our posts! 𝐴𝑔𝑟𝑖𝐹𝑜𝑜𝑑4𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠: 🇮🇹 • Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Agrifood Clust-ER, Phorma Mentis 🇫🇷 • ARVALIS - Institut du végétal, FRcuma Ouest, AgroParisTech, Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro 🇬🇷 • AKMI International, AGENSO, ΕΛΓΟ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ 🇪🇸 • Cesur, Clúster FEMAC, Málaga TechPark | Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, Trama TecnoAmbiental, S.L. 🇧🇪 • Inagro vzw, VIVES University of Applied Sciences, BGT Consulting Group - Business | Government | Technology 🇵🇹 • Food4Sustainability CoLAB, ISQ, GreenUPorto, BGI - Sustainable Ventures 🇩🇪 • European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB), BK CON #SustainableFarming #DigitalAgriculture #LifelongLearning #AgriFoodInnovation #AgriFood4Future #AF4F #ErasmusPlus

[ADVENT CALENDAR DAY 20] 💡 Discover Cove Belgium 💡 🚜 If you are a farmer, advisor, researcher, student,... then we have good news! Together, VIVES University of Applied Sciences, Inagro vzw and BGT Consulting Group - Business | Government | Technology focuses on training all this stakeholders within the agrifood sector. 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀? We mainly offer soil-related trainings 𝗛𝗼𝘄? Trainings on request, online lessons, and tailored support Interested? Contact Guillaume Provoost (guillaume.provoost@inagro.be) or have a look at our AF4F project website (https://lnkd.in/dHd23wCb)! 📬 To make sure you don't miss a thing, don't forget to subscribe to our page, and if you like the initiative, share our posts! 𝐴𝑔𝑟𝑖𝐹𝑜𝑜𝑑4𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠: 🇮🇹 • Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Agrifood Clust-ER, Phorma Mentis 🇫🇷 • ARVALIS - Institut du végétal, FRcuma Ouest, AgroParisTech, Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro 🇬🇷 • AKMI International, AGENSO, ΕΛΓΟ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ 🇪🇸 • Cesur, Clúster FEMAC, Málaga TechPark | Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, Trama TecnoAmbiental, S.L. 🇧🇪 • Inagro vzw, VIVES University of Applied Sciences, BGT Consulting Group - Business | Government | Technology 🇵🇹 • Food4Sustainability CoLAB, ISQ, GreenUPorto, BGI - Sustainable Ventures 🇩🇪 • European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB), BK CON

[ADVENT CALENDAR DAY 19] 🔍 Discover the Future of Agri-Food Education alongside CoVE Portugal - AgriFood4Future! 🥸 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗩𝗘? A CoVE is a Center of Vocational Excellence! In the Agrifood4Future project there are 6 CoVEs, and one of them is in Portugal. CoVEs are made up of networks of partners, namely industry, education and vocational training institutions, associations and farmers, in order to develop new skills throughout the value chain, in line with the sector's emerging needs. ✔ And CoVE Portugal has it all! Meet our founder leader institutions!  Food4Sustainability CoLAB | BGI - Sustainable Ventures | ISQ | GreenUPorto | CoVE Portugal - AgriFood4Future There are several advantages to joining us: ✨ Take part in training programs, ✨ Be an active contributor to innovation in the agri-food sector, ✨ Keep up to date with the latest knowledge, trends and technology in the agri-food sector, ✨ Expand your financing and growth opportunities and more! 🤝 Do you want to join this Collaborative Knowledge and Innovation Network? Join us via this link: https://lnkd.in/ex8SdWyM We already have 11 new members ❢ 🎁 Don’t forget to follow along our journey, there are many new opportunities to unwrap! 📬 To make sure you don't miss a thing, don't forget to subscribe to our page, and if you like the initiative, share our posts! 𝐴𝑔𝑟𝑖𝐹𝑜𝑜𝑑4𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠: 🇮🇹 • Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Agrifood Clust-ER, Phorma Mentis 🇫🇷 • ARVALIS - Institut du végétal, FRcuma Ouest, AgroParisTech, Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro 🇬🇷 • AKMI International, AGENSO, ΕΛΓΟ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ 🇪🇸 • Cesur, Clúster FEMAC, Málaga TechPark | Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, Trama TecnoAmbiental, S.L. 🇧🇪 • Inagro vzw, VIVES University of Applied Sciences, BGT Consulting Group - Business | Government | Technology 🇵🇹 • Food4Sustainability CoLAB, ISQ, GreenUPorto, BGI - Sustainable Ventures 🇩🇪 • European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB), BK CON #AgriFood4Future #AF4F #ErasmusPlus #InnovationInAgriculture