The Democritus University of Thrace, lead partner of the first European Digital Innovation Hub in the Hellenic Agri-food sector, #DigiAgriFood, and the Interbalkan Environmental Center (i-BEC), as the scientific responsible partner of the European Project Carbonica EU “Carbon Commitment Initiative for Climate-Resilient Agriculture,” successfully organized an open educational Seminar – Field Demonstration on the farm with the topic: “Carbon Farming: New Business Opportunities in the Agricultural Sector, Field Demonstration” on Friday, November 29, 2024, in the area of Chrysoupoli, Kavala.
The first part of the Seminar took place on the farm, with staff from the Interbalkan Environmental Center and the Carbonica project using a portable field toolkit for soil indicator measurements and presenting the soil sampling methodology for further analysis in a soil laboratory. The data collected in real time was later presented in the hall with the help of the management platform used by the project.
The farm hosting the event serves as a pilot site for kiwi cultivation and has a climate change station, which was presented by the speakers.
The second part of the Seminar was held in the Chrysoupoli Municipal Theatre Hall, where the and field measurements were presented in detail, along with all the parameters for participation in the program. Additionally, the Program staff provided in-depth explanations of the parameters, offering profound knowledge on innovative carbon farming practices, tailored to local crops and other relevant characteristics.
Following this, the #DigiAgriFood Hub briefly presented its project and the free services it offers to the public.
Finally, the company Sandros, D. S.A., which supported the event, informed the audience about the use of special nutrition products, specifically bioactivators, soil improvers, and beneficial microorganisms.
A rich buffet and networking session followed for the attendees.
The seminar was an important opportunity for informing farmers, industry professionals, and the wider public about innovative farming techniques and business opportunities in the field of carbon farming. With the support of modern technologies and practices, participants had the chance to enhance their knowledge and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable and climate-resilient agricultural sector in the region.
The organizers warmly thank everyone who participated in the Seminar, as well as the Municipality of Nestos for the kind provision of the Chrysoupoli Municipal Theatre Hall.
