Democritus University of Thrace, as the lead partner of the first European Digital Innovation Hub in the Hellenic agri-food sector, #DigiAgriFood, is organizing an open online training seminar titled: “Business Opportunities in the Agricultural Sector: Greenhouse & Hydroponic Facilities – Energy Upgrade of Existing Installations”, on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:30.
The aim of the training is to inform:
- new farmers interested in acquiring or constructing greenhouse units,
- professionals involved in agricultural production in controlled environments, while also providing essential information regarding greenhouse and hydroponic installations.
In addition, the seminar is addressed to greenhouse owners, with the purpose of presenting modern techniques and methods for improving energy efficiency and saving energy.
During the training, real case studies of greenhouse energy upgrades will be presented, implemented through the DigiAgriFood Hub service: “Energy Upgrade of Greenhouse Installations”, with the ultimate goal of reducing annual operational and maintenance costs of greenhouse facilities.
Participation in the seminar is free of charge and is primarily aimed at farmers, agricultural cooperatives, agricultural advisors, agronomists, and other professionals in the agri-food sector.
Registration is required at the link https://forms.gle/HkF4g29p3JLmd7wP8 by 28/11/2025, so that the Zoom access link can be sent to all participants.