Empowering AI & Robotics in agritech: leveraging Testing & Experimentation Facilities for agricultural innovation

agrifoodTEF is a network of European test and validation infrastructures that supports agri-food technology companies in developing near-product AI and robotics solutions in real-world facilities. The consortium of partners is composed of some of the major European players in the field of digital innovation applied to the agri-food industry.

Purpose & scope

This webinar is the first in a new series designed to foster knowledge-sharing and offer valuable resources for agrifood stakeholders. Participants are provided with a thorough overview of agrifoodTEF's mission, services, and support systems designed to drive sustainable productivity advancements through AI and robotics.

The webinar is taking place on December 18, from 11:30 to 12:30 (CET), via Zoom. The link is shared only with registered participants.

Why attend?

The webinar is an opportunity to learn how agrifoodTEF supports developing and deploying advanced technologies in the agri-food sector. Attendees learn how TEFs can drive digital transformation, along with insights on financial support options available across Europe. The session also provides valuable networking opportunities with peers, tech experts, and innovators in the agri-food space.

Agenda

All times in CET.

• 11:30 - 11:35: Welcome and introduction 
  Speaker: Gohar Isakhanyan, Wageningen University
• 11:35 - 11:45: TEF programme, overview and EU expectations 
  Speaker: Giulia Carsaniga, European Commission
• 11:45 - 12:00: agrifoodTEF, objectives and key features 
  Speaker: Raffaele Giaffreda, Fondazione Bruno Kessler
• 12:00 - 12:15: How SMEs and Startups can apply to agrifoodTEF and access financial support 
  Speakers: Marie Wenzlaff, Josephinum Research; Marijke Hunninck, ILVO Vlaanderen; Edoardo Corona, Fondazione Bruno Kessler
• 12:15 - 12:25: Q&A 
  Speaker: Raffaele Giaffreda, Fondazione Bruno Kessler
• 12:25 - 12:30: Closing remarks & next steps
  Speaker: Raffaele Giaffreda, Fondazione Bruno Kessler