Ghent, Belgium – The European Network of Agricultural Journalists (ENAJ), and EU-FarmBook are pleased to announce their first dedicated press and networking event in collaboration with Ghent University. This year’s topic is focused on the theme “Moving towards resilient farms.” The event is scheduled to take place from July 8-10, 2024, in Ghent, bringing together agricultural journalists, researchers, policy makers, and industry leaders to discuss and promote resilience in agriculture.
On Networking Monday, July 8, the event will feature a welcome session and keynotes from prominent figures such as Lisa Bellocchi (ENAJ Chairwoman), Pieter Spanoghe (Coordinator EU-FarmBook and Researcher for Plant Production), Gijs Schilthuis (Head of Policy perspectives, DG AGRI), and Matija Žulj (CEO AGRIVI). Following the keynotes, a panel discussion on farm resilience will include experts such as Jelte Wiersma (European Agricultural Machinery Association CEMA), Justine Arkens (Young Farmers Association of Flanders Groene Kring and others. The day will conclude with a wrap-up discussion and a networking evening with a flying dinner.
The event continues the next day with an exclusive workshop program and excursions for agricultural journalists. Tuesday, July 9, starts with an “Innovation Dating” session where journalists will have the opportunity to meet and interact with innovators from various agricultural sectors. This session aims to foster connections and provide journalists with access to the latest advancements and technologies in agriculture developed by university spin-off companies. On Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday, July 10 journalists will visit local farms and research institutes in Ghent to gain insights and hands-on experience and knowledge of innovative agricultural practices.
Professor Pieter Spanoghe, coordinator of the EU-FarmBook project and Researcher for plant protection, is delighted to host the first ENAJ/EU-FarmBook Press and Networking Event at Ghent University.
“We look forward to welcoming journalists from all EU countries to engage with agricultural innovators and explore the importance of resilient farming for the future of sustainable agriculture,” says Lisa Bellocchi, Chairwoman of ENAJ. She also thanks the researchers at Ghent University for their support in organizing the event and for their hospitality.
Fonte: EU-FarmBook
