Meetings

The AGROBIOTECH+ project partners gathered for a two-day transnational meeting hosted by the University of Tomáš Baťa in Zlín, Czech Republic, on April 9–10, 2024. The event brought together both in-person and online participants to review ongoing project activities, share progress, and plan upcoming stages.

The meeting opened with welcoming remarks by Prof. Leona Buňková and Ing. Jakub Riemel, followed by insightful presentations. Prof. Koutný shared his research on soil microbiota and its relevance to agrobiotechnology, while Ms. Čermáková introduced the host university, and Doc. Filip presented on the application of biosensors in the field.

Following the introductions, the project coordinator, Slovak University of Agriculture (SUA), provided updates on project management, including the interim report, financial overview, and administrative tasks. Partners also discussed the development of the project’s YouTube channel (WP3) and the progress of the Career Planning Handbook, emphasizing its importance as a key educational output. Dissemination strategies were reviewed, with partners sharing ideas to enhance project visibility through conferences, social media, and the official website.

In the afternoon, discussions focused on the ongoing revision of video materials (WP3) and the translation process of the Handbook (WP4). An open Q&A session allowed partners to exchange experiences and clarify upcoming activities. The day concluded with a cultural visit to the Shoe Museum and a guided city tour of Zlín, ending with a networking dinner at PUOR Zlín.

The second day, on April 10th, centered on the Piloting process and Multiplier event, where partners discussed implementation strategies, timelines, and reporting procedures. The meeting concluded with a visit to the Department of Food Technology laboratories, providing participants with valuable insights into the university’s ongoing research and facilities.

The event successfully strengthened collaboration among partners and set the direction for the next project phases, ensuring smooth progress toward achieving AGROBIOTECH+ objectives.

The Kick-off Meeting for the AGROBIOTECH+ project took place at the Slovak University of Agriculture (SUA) in Nitra, Slovakia, on November 29-30, 2023. The meeting gathered project partners to discuss roles, responsibilities, and the roadmap for the initiative. Following introductions, partners outlined their contributions to project management, content development, and dissemination strategies, including plans for the project’s website and social media presence.

Key activities were planned, such as the preparation of a survey to be conducted with 25 stakeholders per partner, workshops scheduled for early 2024, and the development of a curriculum that meets accreditation standards. Deadlines for survey submission, data collection, and report generation were agreed upon, with all tasks due by March 2024. The meeting also set the stage for upcoming discussions on quality management and curriculum development, with an online meeting in January and an in-person meeting in Spain planned for September 2024.

Participants were asked to upload presentations and provide contact details to ensure smooth communication throughout the project. The event concluded with cultural activities and a social dinner, fostering collaboration among the partners.