Big Data and Digital Augmentation for Sustainable AgroecosystemsICARDA
This document discusses how big data and digital augmentation can be used for sustainable agroecosystems. It notes that international centers like ICARDA are using earth observation data, machine learning, and other techniques to monitor agricultural systems, target interventions, and support building resilient, diversified systems. The goal is to move towards more economically viable and ecologically sustainable food production that provides more nutrition per acre of land.
Global Project Knowledge Centres for Organic Agriculture in AfricaFrancois Stepman
2 - 4 April 2019. Cairo, Egypt "Boosting the Role and Potential of Organic Farming in Africa".
In April 2019, 39 participants from Africa and Europe met in Sekem, Egypt with the purpose to exchange and strategize organic development and spreading knowledge about organic farming in Africa.
International Center for Tropical Agriculture Centro Internacional de Agricul...SIANI
Presented as part of the SIANI Hesa Expert Group meeting in Chulalongkorn University School of Agricultural Resources (CUSAR) in Bangkok. More at: http://bit.ly/1NwBkbp
Improved technologies for mitigating post-harvest food loss africa-rising
(i) High post-harvest losses of food lead to low incomes and productivity for farmers in Africa. Improved storage and handling techniques could help reduce these losses.
(ii) The study tested several technologies: collapsible grain dryers, mechanized shelling, and hermetic bags. These technologies reduced drying and storage losses, increased grain quality, and reduced labor costs.
(iii) Adoption of the technologies led to reductions in post-harvest losses of 15-84%, increases in additional food available per hectare of 2-45%, and savings in agricultural land use and higher incomes for farmers. Over 15,000 farmers have already benefited from using these improved post-harvest techniques.
This document provides information on GlobalGAP, which establishes voluntary standards for the certification of agricultural production processes. It discusses the origins and evolution of GlobalGAP from EUREPGAP in 1997. GlobalGAP certification focuses on good agricultural practices and incorporates integrated pest management and integrated crop management. The document outlines the governance and standards of GlobalGAP certification, which can be obtained by individual farmers or groups. It also discusses the benefits, challenges, and certification process for farmers seeking GlobalGAP certification.
Contribution of Africa RISING validated technologies, nutrition-education interventions to household nutrition and participatory nutrition-education need assessment with seasonal food availability in Amhara, Oromia and SNNP regions of Ethiopia
Big Data and Digital Augmentation for Sustainable AgroecosystemsICARDA
This document discusses how big data and digital augmentation can be used for sustainable agroecosystems. It notes that international centers like ICARDA are using earth observation data, machine learning, and other techniques to monitor agricultural systems, target interventions, and support building resilient, diversified systems. The goal is to move towards more economically viable and ecologically sustainable food production that provides more nutrition per acre of land.
Global Project Knowledge Centres for Organic Agriculture in AfricaFrancois Stepman
2 - 4 April 2019. Cairo, Egypt "Boosting the Role and Potential of Organic Farming in Africa".
In April 2019, 39 participants from Africa and Europe met in Sekem, Egypt with the purpose to exchange and strategize organic development and spreading knowledge about organic farming in Africa.
International Center for Tropical Agriculture Centro Internacional de Agricul...SIANI
Presented as part of the SIANI Hesa Expert Group meeting in Chulalongkorn University School of Agricultural Resources (CUSAR) in Bangkok. More at: http://bit.ly/1NwBkbp
Improved technologies for mitigating post-harvest food loss africa-rising
(i) High post-harvest losses of food lead to low incomes and productivity for farmers in Africa. Improved storage and handling techniques could help reduce these losses.
(ii) The study tested several technologies: collapsible grain dryers, mechanized shelling, and hermetic bags. These technologies reduced drying and storage losses, increased grain quality, and reduced labor costs.
(iii) Adoption of the technologies led to reductions in post-harvest losses of 15-84%, increases in additional food available per hectare of 2-45%, and savings in agricultural land use and higher incomes for farmers. Over 15,000 farmers have already benefited from using these improved post-harvest techniques.
This document provides information on GlobalGAP, which establishes voluntary standards for the certification of agricultural production processes. It discusses the origins and evolution of GlobalGAP from EUREPGAP in 1997. GlobalGAP certification focuses on good agricultural practices and incorporates integrated pest management and integrated crop management. The document outlines the governance and standards of GlobalGAP certification, which can be obtained by individual farmers or groups. It also discusses the benefits, challenges, and certification process for farmers seeking GlobalGAP certification.
Contribution of Africa RISING validated technologies, nutrition-education interventions to household nutrition and participatory nutrition-education need assessment with seasonal food availability in Amhara, Oromia and SNNP regions of Ethiopia
This document discusses constraints in pulse production, challenges to achieving self-sufficiency, and the pulse panchayat concept. It notes that pulses are grown in rainfed conditions on marginal lands, area has stagnated as land is shifted to more remunerative crops, and there has been a lack of high-yielding varieties and resistance to diseases. The challenges to meet domestic demand by 2030 include a gap of 14 million tons and needing to double productivity from 750 kg/ha. The pulse panchayat concept promotes whole villages growing pulses and provides technical support to improve production. Strategies through pulse panchayats include convergence of departments, participatory variety selection, climate-smart practices, community seed production, and forming
Growing Asia Implementing the regional strategic frameworkCIAT
CIAT Asia is growing its research agenda, project portfolio, proposal pipeline, and regional team to implement its strategic framework. The research agenda focuses on three themes: cassava value chains, forages and livestock systems, and integrated farming systems. The project portfolio currently includes 20 bilateral/W3 projects and 7 W2 projects worth $3M annually. The proposal pipeline includes 13 submitted proposals and 11 concept notes pending approval. The regional team is growing to over 40 members from diverse backgrounds to work on the research themes. Challenges for CIAT Asia include balancing growth, promoting scientific excellence, building innovative partnerships and creative financing.
Proposed contributions of Africa RISING for AICCRA small ruminant value chain...africa-rising
Presented by Kindu Mekonnen, Peter Thorne, Melkamu Bezabih and Aberra Adie at the Accelerating the impacts of CGIAR climate research in Africa (AICCRA) Virtual team meeting, 21 August 2020
Jefwa - Do commercial biological and chemical products increase crop yields a...CIALCA
The document outlines a study that aimed to screen and assess the effectiveness of commercial agricultural products from private companies in sub-Saharan Africa. It describes the objectives, approaches, materials and methods used which involved greenhouse and field evaluations of products in categories such as rhizobial inoculants, other microbiological products, and non-microbial products across countries and crop types. Preliminary results found some rhizobial inoculants and microbiological products increased yields for some crops but effects varied by location. Economic analyses of promising products are ongoing.
The document discusses Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for rice production in Sub-Saharan Africa and their impact on yields. It provides a list of common GAP components introduced in various countries. Trial results found yield increases of 1-1.2 tonnes/hectare on average when adopting 3-4 GAP components. Larger yield gains were seen under rainfed lowland systems. Outscaling efforts reached over 1500 farmers by 2018. However, adoption faces constraints like limited knowledge and access to improved technologies. The document proposes an impact pathway and budget to train farmers on GAP.
The document provides recommendations from a working group on agriculture research and education for India's 11th Five Year Plan from 2007-2012. Some of the key recommendations include:
1) Strengthening existing agricultural institutions and increasing investment in agricultural research and education to 1% of GDP from agriculture and allied sectors.
2) Launching nationwide programs for conservation of plant, animal, fish, and microorganism genetic resources.
3) Focusing research on developing new technologies like biotechnology, ICT, renewable energy technologies, and nanotechnology to enhance productivity sustainably.
4) Expediting the development of stress-tolerant varieties of rainfed crops through conventional and molecular breeding to benefit nearly 55%
ICRISAT Global Planning Meeting 2019: Genebank Sustainability Plan In actio...ICRISAT
The ICRISAT Genebank serves as a world repository for the collection of germplasm of the six mandate crops: sorghum, pearl millet, chickpea, pigeonpea, groundnut, finger millet; and five small millets: foxtail millet, little millet, kodo millet, proso millet and barnyard millet. With over 126,830 germplasm accessions assembled from 144 countries through donations and collection missions, it is one of the largest international genebanks.
Presentation by Dr Joyce Mitti from FAO Zimbabwe, at the Regional planning meeting on ‘Scaling-Up Climate-Smart Agricultural Solutions for Cereals and Livestock Farmers in Southern Africa – Building partnership for successful implementation’,13–15 September 2016, Johannesburg, South Africa
Integrating vegetables into maize based-farming systems in Babati District, T...africa-rising
Presented by Victor Afari-Sefa, Inviolate Dominick, Philipo Joseph (AVRDC), Danny Coyne (IITA), Ben Lukuyu and Leonard Marwa (ILRI) at the Africa RISING East and Southern Africa Review and Planning Meeting, Malawi, 14-16 July 2015
Gahakwa - Overview of agricultural research in Rwanda for the past 10 yearsCIALCA
Presentation delivered at the CIALCA international conference 'Challenges and Opportunities to the agricultural intensification of the humid highland systems of sub-Saharan Africa'. Kigali, Rwanda, October 24-27 2011.
The document summarizes the results of a nutrition assessment study and lessons learned from it. The study aimed to identify how Africa RISING interventions contributed to household nutrition. It used a qualitative research approach with key informant interviews and focus group discussions in Ethiopia. The results showed that the interventions helped to produce and consume a more diverse and nutritious diet, generate income, and improve knowledge of food production and preparation. However, diet diversity remained low and certain nutrient-rich foods were still limited. Key lessons were that technical nutrition support needs frequent follow-ups, and engaging community leaders and husbands is important for influencing mothers' nutrition practices.
This document discusses two fertilizer recommendation use cases in Nigeria and Tanzania:
1) A fertilizer recommendation decision support tool called Nutrient Expert is being developed using the QUEFTS modeling approach to provide site-specific nutrient management recommendations for cassava production. Nutrient omission trials are being conducted to generate calibration data.
2) A fertilizer blending use case aims to support the fertilizer industry in developing crop-specific fertilizer blends for cassava by providing a tool with advice on appropriate blends for geographical areas based on soil fertility, input costs, and demand. The primary clients are private sector fertilizer producers.
Presentation by Dr Rebbie Harawa from AGRA, at the Regional planning meeting on ‘Scaling-Up Climate-Smart Agricultural Solutions for Cereals and Livestock Farmers in Southern Africa – Building partnership for successful implementation’,13–15 September 2016, Johannesburg, South Africa
INNOVATIVE APPROACHES IN FOOD DEVELOPMENT DURING COVID-19DrSKGOYAL
This document discusses innovative approaches to food development during the COVID-19 pandemic. It outlines ways the food industry has innovated, including increasing focus on gut health and immunity through probiotics; plant-based foods becoming more mainstream; a new perspective on weight management and metabolic health; finding balance with self-care and emotional wellbeing; personalized nutrition; and a shift to value-based shopping. The take home message is that behavioral shifts from the pandemic will persist and opportunities exist for foods that improve mood, energy, and stress while providing nutrients and functional health benefits.
This document summarizes the experiences of the Africa RISING project in Ethiopia in developing and scaling livestock feed and forage options to address feed imbalances. Key achievements include farmers allocating more land to forage production, validated technologies being adopted without direct project involvement, and over 50,000 farmers benefiting from 2017-2019. Challenges include lack of quality seeds, high seed prices, and need for wider scaling support. Successful options demonstrated include oat-vetch mixtures, faba bean intercropping, tree lucerne, and feed management practices to reduce waste and labor.
Africa RISING in Mali: Concept note and work plans for 2013africa-rising
This document provides an overview of the proposed work plans and activities for the AfricaRISING project in southern Mali in 2013. The objectives are to develop sustainable intensification approaches for cereal-cotton-legume systems through integrated innovations that are productive, profitable, and disseminated through farmer networks. Activities are outlined for six system components: cereals-cotton-legumes, vegetables, agroforestry, livestock and land management, post-harvest technologies, and markets. The work will be implemented through research-extension platforms involving testing of technologies by farmer volunteers and evaluations to develop integrated recommendations tailored to different farm and household types.
Chandrashekhar Biradar (ICARDA) • UNFSS Independent Dialogue in Egypt: “The R...Lina Abdelfattah
This dialogue discussed the importance of water security for all aspects of Egypt’s food systems, with a focus on equity, inclusion, capacity, innovation, and sustainability, including insights on how food systems need to change to improve water security (SDG 6), help eliminate hunger (SGD2), support energy security (SDG 7) and improve climate adaptation and mitigation action (SDG 13). As Egypt and the MENA region map out the road to UNFSS 2021, the dialogue discussed key messages that need to be heard at UNFSS 2021.
The PRIMA programme calls found that the success rate for Section 1 projects was very low at 2% and South Mediterranean countries were underrepresented with only one coordinator out of 36 funded projects. To address this, PRIMA will make changes such as increasing the call budget, decreasing maximum project budgets, providing more capacity building for Southern researchers, and working with national funding agencies on aligned rules and procedures. The goal is to increase the Section 1 success rate to 7% and have more balanced representation from South Mediterranean countries going forward.
Tanzania Climate-Smart Agriculture Program Nairobi PresentationCANAAFRICA
The document outlines Tanzania's draft Climate Smart Agriculture Program. It discusses the need for the program given Tanzania's agricultural trends and climate change impacts. The vision is to increase productivity, resilience, and food security through climate-smart agriculture. The program contains 6 result areas and various components/outputs to achieve this vision, such as improving productivity, building resilience, strengthening value chains, boosting research, and enhancing coordination. Monitoring and evaluation of the program is also discussed.
This document discusses constraints in pulse production, challenges to achieving self-sufficiency, and the pulse panchayat concept. It notes that pulses are grown in rainfed conditions on marginal lands, area has stagnated as land is shifted to more remunerative crops, and there has been a lack of high-yielding varieties and resistance to diseases. The challenges to meet domestic demand by 2030 include a gap of 14 million tons and needing to double productivity from 750 kg/ha. The pulse panchayat concept promotes whole villages growing pulses and provides technical support to improve production. Strategies through pulse panchayats include convergence of departments, participatory variety selection, climate-smart practices, community seed production, and forming
Growing Asia Implementing the regional strategic frameworkCIAT
CIAT Asia is growing its research agenda, project portfolio, proposal pipeline, and regional team to implement its strategic framework. The research agenda focuses on three themes: cassava value chains, forages and livestock systems, and integrated farming systems. The project portfolio currently includes 20 bilateral/W3 projects and 7 W2 projects worth $3M annually. The proposal pipeline includes 13 submitted proposals and 11 concept notes pending approval. The regional team is growing to over 40 members from diverse backgrounds to work on the research themes. Challenges for CIAT Asia include balancing growth, promoting scientific excellence, building innovative partnerships and creative financing.
Proposed contributions of Africa RISING for AICCRA small ruminant value chain...africa-rising
Presented by Kindu Mekonnen, Peter Thorne, Melkamu Bezabih and Aberra Adie at the Accelerating the impacts of CGIAR climate research in Africa (AICCRA) Virtual team meeting, 21 August 2020
Jefwa - Do commercial biological and chemical products increase crop yields a...CIALCA
The document outlines a study that aimed to screen and assess the effectiveness of commercial agricultural products from private companies in sub-Saharan Africa. It describes the objectives, approaches, materials and methods used which involved greenhouse and field evaluations of products in categories such as rhizobial inoculants, other microbiological products, and non-microbial products across countries and crop types. Preliminary results found some rhizobial inoculants and microbiological products increased yields for some crops but effects varied by location. Economic analyses of promising products are ongoing.
The document discusses Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for rice production in Sub-Saharan Africa and their impact on yields. It provides a list of common GAP components introduced in various countries. Trial results found yield increases of 1-1.2 tonnes/hectare on average when adopting 3-4 GAP components. Larger yield gains were seen under rainfed lowland systems. Outscaling efforts reached over 1500 farmers by 2018. However, adoption faces constraints like limited knowledge and access to improved technologies. The document proposes an impact pathway and budget to train farmers on GAP.
The document provides recommendations from a working group on agriculture research and education for India's 11th Five Year Plan from 2007-2012. Some of the key recommendations include:
1) Strengthening existing agricultural institutions and increasing investment in agricultural research and education to 1% of GDP from agriculture and allied sectors.
2) Launching nationwide programs for conservation of plant, animal, fish, and microorganism genetic resources.
3) Focusing research on developing new technologies like biotechnology, ICT, renewable energy technologies, and nanotechnology to enhance productivity sustainably.
4) Expediting the development of stress-tolerant varieties of rainfed crops through conventional and molecular breeding to benefit nearly 55%
ICRISAT Global Planning Meeting 2019: Genebank Sustainability Plan In actio...ICRISAT
The ICRISAT Genebank serves as a world repository for the collection of germplasm of the six mandate crops: sorghum, pearl millet, chickpea, pigeonpea, groundnut, finger millet; and five small millets: foxtail millet, little millet, kodo millet, proso millet and barnyard millet. With over 126,830 germplasm accessions assembled from 144 countries through donations and collection missions, it is one of the largest international genebanks.
Presentation by Dr Joyce Mitti from FAO Zimbabwe, at the Regional planning meeting on ‘Scaling-Up Climate-Smart Agricultural Solutions for Cereals and Livestock Farmers in Southern Africa – Building partnership for successful implementation’,13–15 September 2016, Johannesburg, South Africa
Integrating vegetables into maize based-farming systems in Babati District, T...africa-rising
Presented by Victor Afari-Sefa, Inviolate Dominick, Philipo Joseph (AVRDC), Danny Coyne (IITA), Ben Lukuyu and Leonard Marwa (ILRI) at the Africa RISING East and Southern Africa Review and Planning Meeting, Malawi, 14-16 July 2015
Gahakwa - Overview of agricultural research in Rwanda for the past 10 yearsCIALCA
Presentation delivered at the CIALCA international conference 'Challenges and Opportunities to the agricultural intensification of the humid highland systems of sub-Saharan Africa'. Kigali, Rwanda, October 24-27 2011.
The document summarizes the results of a nutrition assessment study and lessons learned from it. The study aimed to identify how Africa RISING interventions contributed to household nutrition. It used a qualitative research approach with key informant interviews and focus group discussions in Ethiopia. The results showed that the interventions helped to produce and consume a more diverse and nutritious diet, generate income, and improve knowledge of food production and preparation. However, diet diversity remained low and certain nutrient-rich foods were still limited. Key lessons were that technical nutrition support needs frequent follow-ups, and engaging community leaders and husbands is important for influencing mothers' nutrition practices.
This document discusses two fertilizer recommendation use cases in Nigeria and Tanzania:
1) A fertilizer recommendation decision support tool called Nutrient Expert is being developed using the QUEFTS modeling approach to provide site-specific nutrient management recommendations for cassava production. Nutrient omission trials are being conducted to generate calibration data.
2) A fertilizer blending use case aims to support the fertilizer industry in developing crop-specific fertilizer blends for cassava by providing a tool with advice on appropriate blends for geographical areas based on soil fertility, input costs, and demand. The primary clients are private sector fertilizer producers.
Presentation by Dr Rebbie Harawa from AGRA, at the Regional planning meeting on ‘Scaling-Up Climate-Smart Agricultural Solutions for Cereals and Livestock Farmers in Southern Africa – Building partnership for successful implementation’,13–15 September 2016, Johannesburg, South Africa
INNOVATIVE APPROACHES IN FOOD DEVELOPMENT DURING COVID-19DrSKGOYAL
This document discusses innovative approaches to food development during the COVID-19 pandemic. It outlines ways the food industry has innovated, including increasing focus on gut health and immunity through probiotics; plant-based foods becoming more mainstream; a new perspective on weight management and metabolic health; finding balance with self-care and emotional wellbeing; personalized nutrition; and a shift to value-based shopping. The take home message is that behavioral shifts from the pandemic will persist and opportunities exist for foods that improve mood, energy, and stress while providing nutrients and functional health benefits.
This document summarizes the experiences of the Africa RISING project in Ethiopia in developing and scaling livestock feed and forage options to address feed imbalances. Key achievements include farmers allocating more land to forage production, validated technologies being adopted without direct project involvement, and over 50,000 farmers benefiting from 2017-2019. Challenges include lack of quality seeds, high seed prices, and need for wider scaling support. Successful options demonstrated include oat-vetch mixtures, faba bean intercropping, tree lucerne, and feed management practices to reduce waste and labor.
Africa RISING in Mali: Concept note and work plans for 2013africa-rising
This document provides an overview of the proposed work plans and activities for the AfricaRISING project in southern Mali in 2013. The objectives are to develop sustainable intensification approaches for cereal-cotton-legume systems through integrated innovations that are productive, profitable, and disseminated through farmer networks. Activities are outlined for six system components: cereals-cotton-legumes, vegetables, agroforestry, livestock and land management, post-harvest technologies, and markets. The work will be implemented through research-extension platforms involving testing of technologies by farmer volunteers and evaluations to develop integrated recommendations tailored to different farm and household types.
Chandrashekhar Biradar (ICARDA) • UNFSS Independent Dialogue in Egypt: “The R...Lina Abdelfattah
This dialogue discussed the importance of water security for all aspects of Egypt’s food systems, with a focus on equity, inclusion, capacity, innovation, and sustainability, including insights on how food systems need to change to improve water security (SDG 6), help eliminate hunger (SGD2), support energy security (SDG 7) and improve climate adaptation and mitigation action (SDG 13). As Egypt and the MENA region map out the road to UNFSS 2021, the dialogue discussed key messages that need to be heard at UNFSS 2021.
The PRIMA programme calls found that the success rate for Section 1 projects was very low at 2% and South Mediterranean countries were underrepresented with only one coordinator out of 36 funded projects. To address this, PRIMA will make changes such as increasing the call budget, decreasing maximum project budgets, providing more capacity building for Southern researchers, and working with national funding agencies on aligned rules and procedures. The goal is to increase the Section 1 success rate to 7% and have more balanced representation from South Mediterranean countries going forward.
Tanzania Climate-Smart Agriculture Program Nairobi PresentationCANAAFRICA
The document outlines Tanzania's draft Climate Smart Agriculture Program. It discusses the need for the program given Tanzania's agricultural trends and climate change impacts. The vision is to increase productivity, resilience, and food security through climate-smart agriculture. The program contains 6 result areas and various components/outputs to achieve this vision, such as improving productivity, building resilience, strengthening value chains, boosting research, and enhancing coordination. Monitoring and evaluation of the program is also discussed.
The document summarizes a presentation given at the PRIMA AWP 2019 Unimed General Assembly on shaping cooperation and integration in the Mediterranean region. It discusses challenges facing the region like climate change, soil/water stress, obesity, and migration. It provides an overview of the PRIMA program which funds collaborative research projects between EU and non-EU countries. It outlines the calls made in 2018 and plans for 2019, including focusing funding on priority areas like water management, farming systems, and agro-food value chains. It discusses orientations for future work plans, including taking a more interdisciplinary approach and focusing on the water-ecosystems-food nexus.
This document provides information on the Horizon 2020 Work Programme for 2016-2017 regarding Societal Challenge 2 on food security, sustainable agriculture, and the bioeconomy. It outlines the structure and contents of the work programme, including its four calls on sustainable food security, blue growth, rural renaissance, and bio-based innovation. The sustainable food security call has a budget of €431.5 million and focuses on resilient and resource-efficient value chains in primary production, the food industry, and healthy foods/diets. It includes topics on plant/animal health, breeding, aquaculture, and international cooperation with Africa and China.
PRIMA Joint Research and Innovation Programme in Agrifood for more sustaina...CNR-ISMed
Angelo Riccaboni Chair Fundación PRIMA, Barcelona
Professor of Business Administration, University of Siena, Italy
“PRIMA
Joint Research and Innovation Programme in Agrifood for more sustainable
EuroMed Societies”
Climate change, socio-economic crises and food (in) security: a Mediterranean in Transition. Conference in memory of Eugenia Ferragina
2018, 17th September
Italian Navy Officer’s Club, Naples Via Cesario Console, 3 bis Naples (Italy)
Institute for Studies on Mediterranean Societies, National Council of Research
www.issm.cnr.it/en/
This document discusses the European Innovation Partnership on Agricultural Productivity and Sustainability (EIP-AGRI) and Horizon 2020. It provides an overview of the governance structure of EIP-AGRI, which aims to strengthen the agricultural sector's competitiveness through increased productivity while ensuring sustainable resource management. The document outlines the basic implementation structure of EIP-AGRI, moving from a linear knowledge transfer model to a network model. It also discusses the objectives and funding instruments, including how Horizon 2020, rural development policies, and other programs can provide complementary funding to support the goals of EIP-AGRI.
This document discusses the European Innovation Partnership on Agricultural Productivity and Sustainability (EIP-AGRI) and Horizon 2020. It outlines the governance structure of the EIP-AGRI, including operational groups and funding instruments. The objectives of the EIP-AGRI are also summarized, which are to increase sustainable agricultural productivity, adapt to climate change, and accelerate knowledge transfer from research to farms. Potential topics for EIP focus groups are listed, including genetic resources, soil organic matter, and integrated pest management in grapes.
This document discusses the European Bioeconomy Challenges initiative and its focus on food security, sustainable agriculture, forestry, and aquatic resources. It outlines the goals of increasing production efficiency while ensuring environmental sustainability. It also describes the initiative's four main challenges: 1) sustainable agriculture and forestry, 2) a sustainable agri-food sector for healthy diets, 3) unlocking the potential of aquatic resources, and 4) sustainable and competitive bio-based industries. The document provides details on specific topics addressed under each of these four challenges.
Agricultural Transformation Agenda in GTP II
Presented by Dereje Biruk (ATA) at the Ethiopia - CGIAR Research Programs (CRPs) Country Collaboration and Site Integration Meeting, Addis Ababa, 11 December 2015
The document discusses the role of academia in supporting sustainable agriculture to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It notes that the 17 SDGs require an integrated approach and partnerships at all levels. Sustainable agriculture is key to achieving several food-related SDGs. New challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, and unsustainable practices threaten food systems. Academia can help through research-driven solutions, building capacities, knowledge exchange, and monitoring progress on SDG targets. Opportunities exist in the Mediterranean region given its food and land challenges. Universities are encouraged to actively support the SDGs through research, education, partnerships, and embodiment of SDG principles.
The document summarizes a Horizon 2020 funding opportunity called "Food Systems Africa" that aims to implement the EU-African Union partnership on food and nutrition security. It seeks projects on sustainable post-harvest technologies, food safety, reducing food waste, and connecting small farmers and food businesses to local and global markets. The expected impact is sustainable and healthy diets in 10 African cities, empowering small farmers and food SMEs, and reducing malnutrition for children under 1000 days. It requires participation from several African regions and countries, with a total budget of 21 million euros and proposals requesting up to 7 million euros in EU contribution.
The document summarizes information about PRIMA, a program aimed at promoting cooperation on research and innovation in the Mediterranean region. Its vision is to create inclusive, healthy and prosperous Mediterranean societies through innovative solutions related to agro-food and water systems. The program's mission is to support integrated research initiatives to address challenges like water scarcity and food security. It operates through collaborative research projects, capacity building activities, and coordination between participating countries.
120717 group assigment on cambodida agriculture strategic plan por narithNarith Por
The document outlines Cambodia's Agriculture Development Strategic Plan from 2013-2015. The plan aims to [1] improve agriculture productivity and diversification to build farmer resilience against climate change, and [2] promote market access for agriculture products. Key strategies include improving farmer capacity, increasing cultivation areas, mainstreaming gender in the agriculture sector, adapting to climate change, and enhancing economic cooperation. The plan requires a budget of $18.9 million USD and human resources to implement activities that achieve the objectives over the three year period.
This presentation was given at the Catchment Management Network meeting on February 24th 2017. The Catchment Management Network consists of the EPA, all of Ireland's Local Authorities, and other public bodies involved in looking after Ireland's catchments, sub-catchments and water bodies. For more information about this work see www.catchments.ie
This document provides an overview of the Horizon 2020 Societal Challenge 2 (SC2) work programme on bioeconomy and biotechnology for 2014-2015. It outlines the key topics and focus areas to be addressed, including sustainable food production, blue growth related to oceans/marine research, and bio-based industries. Funding totaling 482 million Euros is allocated across calls focusing on sustainable food security, blue growth, and innovative sustainable/inclusive bioeconomies. The document discusses funding amounts, types of actions supported, and evaluation procedures for proposal selection.
The document discusses global food losses and waste and strategies to reduce them. It notes that approximately 1.3 billion tons of food, worth around $1 trillion, is lost or wasted globally every year. This amounts to roughly one third of all food produced for human consumption. The document outlines causes of food losses and potential prevention strategies. It then introduces the Global Initiative on Food Losses and Waste Reduction called SAVE FOOD, which aims to study the issue and implement solutions through regional studies, awareness campaigns, and partnerships. The FAO and IFAD are collaborating on the initiative to jointly support efficient food supply chains.
This document summarizes a presentation given by Ayşem Batur on international collaboration for food technology R&D. It discusses Turkey's TUBITAK Marmara Research Center Food Institute and its areas of research. It then describes an FP7 funding opportunity for a proposed project sharing food technology R&D between EU countries, associated countries, and international cooperation partner countries. The proposed project would identify and characterize traditional foods in developing countries and find solutions to challenges facing their production and commercialization.
Development of agricultural sector in bangladesh and its contribution in econ...Rakeeb Ashraf
This document discusses the development of Bangladesh's agricultural sector and its contribution to economic growth. It notes that agriculture makes up 30% of Bangladesh's GDP and employs 60% of the labor force. It then outlines several challenges facing Bangladesh's agricultural sector, including the loss of arable land, population growth, climate change, insufficient credit for farmers, and unfair produce prices. It analyzes these challenges and proposes solutions such as developing climate-resilient crops, encouraging farmers' cooperatives, and improving water conservation. The overall goal is to sustainably intensify and diversify agricultural production to meet nutritional needs amid population growth.
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Can we measure female social entrepreneurship? ICARDA
1st Annual Conference of the Private Sector Development Research Network:Private Enterprise and Inclusion12-13 December 2019
Presentation by Anastasia Seferiadis, Sarah Cummings and Bénédicte Gastineau
Building Climate Smart FARMERSThe Indian PerspectiveICARDA
Presented by
DR. KIRIT N SHELAT, I.A.S. (Rtd)
National Council for Climate Change, Sustainable Development and Public Leadership (NCCSD)
AHMEDABAD - INDIA
The document discusses the concepts of Food, Energy, and Water (FEW) and their interlinkages. It describes the Solar Universities Network (SUN) which has 72 registered universities working towards sustainability goals. The network is establishing guidelines around campus water, energy, and plastics use to help universities become carbon neutral. It also presents various perspectives on FEW such as production for food versus fodder, large versus small systems, and using FEW for multiple purposes.
Just Add Water: Approaches to Smart Agricultural Water ManagementICARDA
1) The document discusses approaches to smart agricultural water management including using water more productively, increasing water availability through small reservoirs and managed aquifer recharge, and bringing innovations such as solar irrigation under smarter water management.
2) It notes that water is the first and worst hit resource by climate change and is vital, connecting sectors. The Global Commission on Adaptation report emphasizes helping small-scale producers manage risks and making agriculture climate smart.
3) Pilot projects on on-grid and off-grid solar solutions for irrigation can provide energy access, food security, and incomes while diversifying power grids and reducing costs for farmers.
The DryArc Initiative aims to develop innovative and resilient agri-food systems in dryland regions through a global partnership. It will pursue two pathways: 1) combining existing technologies into systemic innovations tailored to each context, and 2) accelerating the scaling up of impact-targeted innovations. Over four phases from 2019-2030, DryArc will co-design solutions with stakeholders, strengthen capacities, and establish an enabling environment through decision support, monitoring and evaluation, and attracting investment. The goal is to transform agri-food systems and support food/nutrition security and employment in dryland regions vulnerable to problems like land degradation, water scarcity, and climate change impacts.
SUSTAINABLE SILVOPASTORAL RESTORATION TO PROMOTE ECOSYSTEM SERVICES IN TUNISIAICARDA
25 - 29 November 2019. Antalya, Turkey. Near East Forestry and Range Commission (NEFRC) - 24th Session
Presentation by Dr. Mounir Louhaichi
Rangeland Ecology & Management
International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas
M.Louhaichi@cigar.org
Highlights on 2019 research outputs and outcomesICARDA
18-20/11/2019. ICARDA Board of Trustees. The Program Committee of the first day was open to all staff. It included:
Highlights of recent research breakthroughs and strategic questions presented by Strategic Research Priorities (CRPs) and Cross Cutting Themes (CCTs).
This document discusses mobile data collection and the advantages of using Computer Aided Personal Interviewing (CAPI) over traditional Pen and Paper Interviewing (PAPI). It introduces Open Data Kit (ODK) as an open source mobile data collection platform that allows for quicker and easier data collection with real-time quality checks. ODK facilitates offline data collection with centralized data storage and repeat questions.
BRINGING INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY ALONG THE WHOLE VALUE CHAIN IN THE MED...ICARDA
Tunis, 6-7 November 2019. Training workshop PRIMA – Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area is the most ambitious joint programme to be undertaken in the frame of Euro-Mediterranean cooperation.
Presentation by Prof. M. Hachicha National Research Institute in Rural Engineering, Water and Forestry, University of Carthage | UCAR
Utilizing the reject brine from desalination for implementing integrated agri...ICARDA
14-15 November 2019. Madrid. International Symposium on the use of Non-Conventional Waters to achieve Food Security
DESALINATION - “Advancing desalination: reducing energy consumption and environmental footprint”
Presentation by Ms Dionysia Lyra, International Centre on Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA), United Arab Emirates
The role of higher and vocational education and training in developing knowle...ICARDA
This document discusses the role of higher and vocational education in developing skills for agricultural transformation in Africa. It notes that while there are many collaborative projects focusing on research, education, and development, higher education and vocational training institutions do not always collaborate effectively. Specifically, vocational training is often focused on production rather than broader sector transformation. There are opportunities to better connect capacity development projects with development projects through student internships and theses. Improved collaboration between higher education, vocational education, and the private sector could enhance skills development and relevance for employment.
Characteristics of a winning research proposal ICARDA
Tunis, 6-7 November 2019. Training workshop PRIMA – Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area is the most ambitious joint programme to be undertaken in the frame of Euro-Mediterranean cooperation.
Yehia Selmi, co-founder, Bio-wonder, Tunisia.
28 October 2019. Cairo. On the occasion of the 10th Africa Food Day Commemoration, held in joint food and nutrition security research and innovation projects within the Africa-EU Partnership.
Panel 4: Panel 4 – Idea-carriers:
Powering dry areas by empowering food security under the context of climat...ICARDA
This document summarizes a presentation on powering dry areas through food security under climate change. It discusses critical factors like extreme poverty, environmental degradation, and climate impacts. Key themes in Tunisia include effects of climate change on agriculture/food security as population grows. The most pressing priorities are enhancing water productivity, crop improvement, managing salinity, and integrated livestock. Achievable goals include conserving water, developing drought/salt tolerant varieties, reducing yield gaps, and regional technology sharing. Key actors are researchers, farmers, and international organizations. Overall, it stresses the need for collaborative research on scenarios to ensure food/nutrition security under challenges like resource degradation and climate change.
Dr. Jacques Wery, Deputy Director General Research, ICARDA (CGIAR)
28 October 2019. On the occasion of the 10th Africa Food Day Commemoration, held in Egypt under the chairmanship of the African Union by Egypt in 2019, the North Africa event, organized by LEAP4FNSSA with the support of ARC/ Agricultural Research Center of the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, launched a public private alliance of partners between Europe and North Africa to develop joint food and nutrition security research and innovation projects within the Africa-EU Partnership
Funding networks and mechanisms to support EU AU FNSSA R&I ICARDA
Dr. Bernard Mallet, Agriculture Projects Coordinator, Agence Nationale de la Recherche, France
28 October. On the occasion of the 10th Africa Food Day Commemoration, held in Egypt under the chairmanship of the African Union by Egypt in 2019, the North Africa event, organized by LEAP4FNSSA with the support of ARC/ Agricultural Research Center of the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, launched a public private alliance of partners between Europe and North Africa to develop joint food and nutrition security research and innovation projects within the Africa-EU Partnership
https://www.icarda.org/media/events/building-research-and-innovation-collaborations-within-frame-african-european
Mapping suitable niche for cactus and legumes in diversified farming in drylandsICARDA
Presentation by Chandrashekhar Biradar and team.
16-18 October 2019. Hyderabad, India. TRUST: Humans, Machines & Ecosystems. This year’s Convention was hosted by The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT). The Platform is led by the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) and the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI).
Why Psychological Safety Matters for Software Teams - ACE 2024 - Ben Linders.pdfBen Linders
Psychological safety in teams is important; team members must feel safe and able to communicate and collaborate effectively to deliver value. It’s also necessary to build long-lasting teams since things will happen and relationships will be strained.
But, how safe is a team? How can we determine if there are any factors that make the team unsafe or have an impact on the team’s culture?
In this mini-workshop, we’ll play games for psychological safety and team culture utilizing a deck of coaching cards, The Psychological Safety Cards. We will learn how to use gamification to gain a better understanding of what’s going on in teams. Individuals share what they have learned from working in teams, what has impacted the team’s safety and culture, and what has led to positive change.
Different game formats will be played in groups in parallel. Examples are an ice-breaker to get people talking about psychological safety, a constellation where people take positions about aspects of psychological safety in their team or organization, and collaborative card games where people work together to create an environment that fosters psychological safety.
1.) Introduction
Our Movement is not new; it is the same as it was for Freedom, Justice, and Equality since we were labeled as slaves. However, this movement at its core must entail economics.
2.) Historical Context
This is the same movement because none of the previous movements, such as boycotts, were ever completed. For some, maybe, but for the most part, it’s just a place to keep your stable until you’re ready to assimilate them into your system. The rest of the crabs are left in the world’s worst parts, begging for scraps.
3.) Economic Empowerment
Our Movement aims to show that it is indeed possible for the less fortunate to establish their economic system. Everyone else – Caucasian, Asian, Mexican, Israeli, Jews, etc. – has their systems, and they all set up and usurp money from the less fortunate. So, the less fortunate buy from every one of them, yet none of them buy from the less fortunate. Moreover, the less fortunate really don’t have anything to sell.
4.) Collaboration with Organizations
Our Movement will demonstrate how organizations such as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, National Urban League, Black Lives Matter, and others can assist in creating a much more indestructible Black Wall Street.
5.) Vision for the Future
Our Movement will not settle for less than those who came before us and stopped before the rights were equal. The economy, jobs, healthcare, education, housing, incarceration – everything is unfair, and what isn’t is rigged for the less fortunate to fail, as evidenced in society.
6.) Call to Action
Our movement has started and implemented everything needed for the advancement of the economic system. There are positions for only those who understand the importance of this movement, as failure to address it will continue the degradation of the people deemed less fortunate.
No, this isn’t Noah’s Ark, nor am I a Prophet. I’m just a man who wrote a couple of books, created a magnificent website: http://www.thearkproject.llc, and who truly hopes to try and initiate a truly sustainable economic system for deprived people. We may not all have the same beliefs, but if our methods are tried, tested, and proven, we can come together and help others. My website: http://www.thearkproject.llc is very informative and considerably controversial. Please check it out, and if you are afraid, leave immediately; it’s no place for cowards. The last Prophet said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, then let him change it with his hand [by taking action]; if he cannot, then with his tongue [by speaking out]; and if he cannot, then, with his heart – and that is the weakest of faith.” [Sahih Muslim] If we all, or even some of us, did this, there would be significant change. We are able to witness it on small and grand scales, for example, from climate control to business partnerships. I encourage, invite, and challenge you all to support me by visiting my website.
This presentation by Thibault Schrepel, Associate Professor of Law at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam University, was made during the discussion “Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
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This presentation by Yong Lim, Professor of Economic Law at Seoul National University School of Law, was made during the discussion “Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
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This presentation by OECD, OECD Secretariat, was made during the discussion “Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
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The importance of sustainable and efficient computational practices in artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning has become increasingly critical. This webinar focuses on the intersection of sustainability and AI, highlighting the significance of energy-efficient deep learning, innovative randomization techniques in neural networks, the potential of reservoir computing, and the cutting-edge realm of neuromorphic computing. This webinar aims to connect theoretical knowledge with practical applications and provide insights into how these innovative approaches can lead to more robust, efficient, and environmentally conscious AI systems.
Webinar Speaker: Prof. Claudio Gallicchio, Assistant Professor, University of Pisa
Claudio Gallicchio is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science of the University of Pisa, Italy. His research involves merging concepts from Deep Learning, Dynamical Systems, and Randomized Neural Systems, and he has co-authored over 100 scientific publications on the subject. He is the founder of the IEEE CIS Task Force on Reservoir Computing, and the co-founder and chair of the IEEE Task Force on Randomization-based Neural Networks and Learning Systems. He is an associate editor of IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems (TNNLS).
This presentation by OECD, OECD Secretariat, was made during the discussion “Pro-competitive Industrial Policy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/pcip.
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This presentation by OECD, OECD Secretariat, was made during the discussion “The Intersection between Competition and Data Privacy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 13 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/ibcdp.
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This presentation by Juraj Čorba, Chair of OECD Working Party on Artificial Intelligence Governance (AIGO), was made during the discussion “Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
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This presentation by Tim Capel, Director of the UK Information Commissioner’s Office Legal Service, was made during the discussion “The Intersection between Competition and Data Privacy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 13 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/ibcdp.
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This presentation by Nathaniel Lane, Associate Professor in Economics at Oxford University, was made during the discussion “Pro-competitive Industrial Policy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/pcip.
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Pro-competitive Industrial Policy – LANE – June 2024 OECD discussion
The future of empowering the EU-North Africa Research and Innovation Cooperation on Agro-Food under the PRIMA Initiative (2018-2028)
1. The PRIMA programme is
supported under Horizon 2020,
the European Union’s Framework
Programme for Research and
Innovation
DR. Mohamed Ahmed Wageih
PRIMA Project Officers
Africa Food Manufacturing Conference Agenda
7th – 9th April 2019
2. Challenges in the Mediterranean Area:
Climate change
Population growth and food security issues
Water scarcity and overexploitation of natural
resources
Unsustainable agricultural practices
Agro - biodiversity loss
Lack of innovation in Mediterranean agro-food
value chains
PRIMA Overview
3. An article 185 initiative as the most suitable instrument to tackle global
challenges of the Med region in an integrated way
• Equal footing
• Long-term commitment and orientation (2018-2028)
• Avoiding fragmentation and duplications in R&I
• Focused on Research, Innovation
• Definition of a common MED-wide 10-year Strategic Research and Innovation
Agenda
• Institutional integration with MED stakeholders (end users, communities,
enterprises, governments)
PRIMA Main Features
PRIMA Overview
4. Scientific
Advisory Committee
Board of Trustees
- Chair and Co-Chair
- PS Representatives
- EC, UfM as Observers
Steering Committee
PRIMA operates as an independent legal private entity
PRIMA Secretariat
Barcelona
PRIMA Foundation Governance
Financial contribution
€ 274,000 PS
€ 220.000 EU
19 June 2017
Foundation under Spanish law
19 PS members
of Foundation
PRIMA Overview
6. PRIMA Programme structure
Call publication PRIMA-IS PRIMA-IS PS (Participating States)
Proposal evaluation
and selection PRIMA-IS PRIMA-IS PS
Projects
funded by PS PS
Projects monitored
by
PRIMA-IS
PRIMA-IS
PS
PS
Rules for participation
derogations set by
Decision (EU) 2017/ 1324
PS Rules PS Rules
SECTION 1
Calls for
proposals
SECTION 2
Calls for
proposals
SECTION 3
Activities supporting
operations
PRIMA-IS
EU
PRIMA Overview
7. Three Main Thematic Areas
Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda SRIA
trategic Research and Innovation
Agenda
raft - August 10th 2017
• MANAGEMENT OF WATER
Integrated and sustainable management of water for arid
and semi-arid Mediterranean areas
• FARMING SYSTEMS
Sustainable farming systems under Mediterranean
environmental constraints
• AGRO-FOOD VALUE CHAIN
Sustainable Mediterranean agro-food value chain for
regional and local development
8. What has been done by PRIMA So Far?
Agro Food- North Africa
9. PRIMA Annual Work Plans 2018: Calls
The objective of Section 1 and 2 Calls of PRIMA AWP 2018 focused on the following SRIA priorities
THEMATIC AREA 1 WATER MANAGEMENT
• Priority 1 Water resources availability and quality within catchments and aquifers
• Priority 2 Sustainable Integrated water management
• Priority 3 Irrigation technologies and practices
• Priority 4 Use of alternative water resources (section 1)
THEMATIC AREA 2 FARMING SYSTEM
• Priority 1 Adaptation of farming systems to climate change
• Priority 2 Developing sustainable and productive agro-ecosystems (section 1)
• Priority 3 Preventing emergence of animal and plant diseases
• Priority 4 Developing farming systems able to generate income, to create employment and to contribute to a balanced territorial development
THEMATIC AREA 3 AGRO-FOOD VALUE CHAIN
• Priority 3 Implementation of innovation in the Agro-food chain, promoting higher quality, sustainability
and competitiveness, with particular reference to smallholders (section 1)
• Priority 1 Valorising food products from traditional Mediterranean diet (section 2)
• Priority 2 Food Safety in local food chains (section 2)
• Priority 4 Implications of dietary shifts and sustainable diets for the Med populations and food industry
(section 2)
10. Farming
systems
43%
Water
Management
39%
Agro-Food
18%
STAGE 1
457 PRE PROPOSALS
Farming
systems
40%
Water
Management
30%
Agro-Food
30%
STAGE 2
30 FULL PROPOSALS
Statistics on PRIMA call 2018 section 1
• 3 projects funded under each thematic area
• 6 M€ for Priority 3 Implementation of innovation in the Agro-food chain
11. Proposal
Acronym
Title
Coordinating
Country
Participating countries
CAMELMILK
Boost the production, transformation and
consumption of camel milk in the
Mediterranean basin
Spain
Algeria /Germany /Croatia /France
/Italy /Morocco /Turkey
DAINME-SME Dairy Innovation for Mediterranean SME Spain Egypt /France /Italy /Tunisia /Turkey
MEDITOMATO
Bringing innovation and sustainability along the
whole value chain in the MEDiterranan TOMATO
industry
Spain
Germany/ Greece/ Italy/ Tunisia/
Turkey
Funded Proposals – AWP2018 – Section 1: Priority 3 Implementation of
innovation in the Agro-food chain
12. Statistics on PRIMA call 2018 section 2
Farming systems
46%
Water
Management
24%
Agro-Food
30%
STAGE 1 - 362 PRE PROPOSALS
Farming
systems
45%
Water
Management
22%
Agro-Food
33%
STAGE 2 - 94 FULL PROPOSALS
• Out of 6 projects funded under Section 2 ‘Agro Food’, 5 with North African Countries
13. Project Title Country Participating
countries
ArtiSaneFood
Innovative Bio-interventions and Risk Modelling Approaches
for Ensuring Microbial Safety and Quality of Mediterranean
Artisanal Fermented Foods
Portugal
Algeria Spain USA France
Greece Italy
Morocco Tunisia
BOOMERANG Healthier bio-fortified Mediterranean grains Spain
Algeria Germany Egypt Italy
Tunisia Turkey
MILKQUA Milk quality all along the dairy chain for a sustainable MILK France Spain Italy Portugal Tunisia
SAFFROMFOOD
Valorisation of saffron and its floral by-products as
sustainable innovative sources for the development of high
added-value food products
Spain
Algeria Germany France Italy
Portugal
VEGGIE-MED-
CHEESES
Valorisation of thistle-curdled CHEESEs in MEDiterranean
marginal areas
Italy Spain Greece Tunisia
15. PRIMA Annual Work Plans 2019
The objective of Section 1 and 2 Calls of PRIMA AWP 2019 will focus on the following SRIA priorities
THEMATIC AREA 1 WATER MANAGEMENT
• Priority 1 Water resources availability and quality within catchments and aquifers
• Priority 2 Sustainable Integrated water management
THEMATIC AREA 2 FARMING SYSTEM
• Priority 1 Adaptation of farming systems to climate change
• Priority 2 Developing sustainable and productive agro-ecosystems
THEMATIC AREA 3 AGRO-FOOD VALUE CHAIN
• Priority 2 Food Safety in local food chains
• Priority 3 Implementation of innovation in the Agro-food chain, promoting higher quality,
sustainability and competitiveness, with particular reference to smallholders
16. AWP 2019 - Thematic Area ‘FOOD’
Section 1 Section 2
Topic 1.3.1 IA
Implementation of analytical tools and
digital technology to achieve traceability &
authenticity control of traditional
Mediterranean foods.
Topic 2.3.1 RIA
Extending shelf-life of perishable
Mediterranean food products
Topic 2.3.2 RIA
Enhancing horizontal and vertical
integration in Mediterranean agro-food
value-chains
17. AWP19‘F’
Section 1
“Topic 1.3.1 IA Implementation of analytical tools and digital technology to achieve
traceability and authenticity control of traditional Mediterranean foods”
Allocated Budget € 6,4 million
Expected number of grants Up to 4 (projects up to € 1,6 million each, – indicative amount)
Projects Duration 36-48 months
Section 1 - Thematic Area 3- Agro-food value chain
20. AWP19‘F’
Section 2
Section 2 - Thematic Area 3- Agro-food value chain
Productivity Shelf Life
Food Losses
Global Food Crisis
Topic 2.3.1 RIA Extending shelf-life of perishable Mediterranean food products by
sustainable technologies and logistics and by optimized pest and microbial control
21. AWP19‘F’
Section 2
Topic 2.3.2 RIA Enhancing horizontal and vertical integration of Mediterranean agro-
food value-chains to foster innovation and sustainability
Smallholders
Value-Chain Complexity
Cross-sectoral Interactions
Section 2 - Thematic Area 3- Agro-food value chain