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Participants gain access to training, peer learning opportunities, and practical tools to improve farm management, sustainability practices, and business development. The initiative is part of the EU’s broader vision to make agriculture more inclusive, resilient, and forward-looking. The platform is open to women who are actively involved in agriculture or rural development across EU Member States.  This includes: Farm owners and co-owners Young and aspiring farmers Women working in family farms Entrepreneurs in agri-food or rural businesses Professionals engaged in agricultural innovation or advisory services Applicants should demonstrate a clear interest in developing their skills, contributing to their local farming communities, and participating actively in networking and learning activities. Selected participants will benefit from: Mentorship and peer-to-peer exchange with other women farmers across Europe Training sessions and workshops focused on innovation, sustainability, and business growth Access to a European network, enabling collaboration and new partnerships Visibility and recognition, helping elevate the role of women in agriculture The platform is particularly valuable for those looking to modernize their operations, adopt sustainable practices, or diversify income streams—key priorities under the EU’s agricultural strategy. To apply, candidates typically need to provide: Basic personal and professional information A description of their agricultural activity or rural involvement Motivation for joining the platform Willingness to actively participate in meetings, training, and exchanges Strong applications clearly show commitment to agriculture, openness to collaboration, and a desire to contribute to a more inclusive farming sector. Women remain underrepresented in farm ownership and leadership roles across Europe, despite their significant contribution to the agricultural workforce. Initiatives like the Women in Farming Platform aim to close this gap by providing targeted support and creating opportunities for growth and leadership. By joining the platform, participants are not only investing in their own development but also contributing to a broader transformation of European agriculture—one that values diversity, innovation, and sustainability. Opportunities like this are still relatively rare in agriculture, especially those tailored specifically to women. If you are involved in farming or rural business and want to expand your horizons, this platform is worth serious consideration. Preparing a strong application and applying on time could open the door to new knowledge, partnerships, and long-term success in the sector. The role of Agriventures in supporting agrifood innovation As the agritech startup ecosystem grows across Europe, initiatives such as Agriventures are helping connect entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and policymakers working in agriculture and food innovation. Agriventures focuses on supporting agrifood startups, biotechnology innovation, and access to European funding for agriculture, while also helping entrepreneurs navigate the complex landscape of startup financing, venture capital, and research commercialization. By strengthening connections between startups, research institutions, investors, and farmers, Agriventures contributes to building a stronger agricultural innovation ecosystem that can accelerate the transition toward sustainable agriculture and resilient food systems. Through knowledge sharing, events, and ecosystem building, Agriventures helps ensure that promising agritech innovations can scale and reach farmers, food producers, and global markets. *cover photo: BMLUK/Aleksander Haiden",{"image":700},{"url":701,"altText":695},"wix:image://v1/e54875_13e5a5cddec14954bfff9860556fe224~mv2.jpg/06.jpg#originWidth=600&originHeight=400","2026-04-25T20:37:16.437Z",[],[705,709,710,711,715,719,723,727,731,735,736],{"_id":706,"label":707,"slug":708},"35d9c4dd-a7c1-46c3-b814-5dfecce7c382","Women in Agrifood","women-in-agrifood",{"_id":682,"label":683,"slug":684},{"_id":674,"label":675,"slug":676},{"_id":712,"label":713,"slug":714},"212442a5-47ee-4926-903e-19975fab7f02","Innovative Food","innovative-food",{"_id":716,"label":717,"slug":718},"c1377654-37f1-4a84-8610-1150323a5a59","Case studies","case-studies",{"_id":720,"label":721,"slug":722},"b759c01d-1f8c-4d93-993b-c82e8285d11d","Agriventures updates","agriventures-updates",{"_id":724,"label":725,"slug":726},"4e250c66-db11-4e96-ab32-2012cbfcf98b","Carbon farming","carbon-farming",{"_id":728,"label":729,"slug":730},"c91dd194-3b18-4a7a-90a6-50ead08c2a48","Digital Farming","digital-farming",{"_id":732,"label":733,"slug":734},"f9f2e1a0-44fd-4c5b-a217-b40339fe390e","Our Focus","our-focus",{"_id":678,"label":679,"slug":680},{"_id":737,"label":738,"slug":739},"7a0b69d8-2238-4b96-b124-894fb4fa6a61","Sustainable & Circular Agrifood","sustainable-circular-agrifood","https://xpsc9qx4zmq8jvdz5c8j.agriventures.co/post/apply-now-join-the-eu-women-in-farming-platform",[],[],[],{"_id":745,"title":746,"slug":747,"excerpt":748,"contentText":749,"featuredMedia":750,"firstPublishedDate":753,"lastPublishedDate":753,"hashtags":754,"tags":755,"url":759,"language":686,"memberId":760,"pinned":688,"featured":688,"commentingEnabled":4,"translations":761,"categoryIds":762,"relatedPostIds":763},"d8ad41c9-c0cd-4a97-bff9-d9f84f397c39","Kicking Off SYSARM: Systems Thinking for Agricultural Risk Management in a Changing World","kicking-off-sysarm-systems-thinking-for-agricultural-risk-management-in-a-changing-world","We are proud to announce that Agriventures  is part of the consortium of the newly launched SYSARM project , a timely European initiative responding to the growing global challenges affecting agriculture and food systems. At a time when climate shocks, geopolitical instability, supply chain disruptions, and economic uncertainty are reshaping the agri-food landscape, SYSARM aims to equip professionals with the skills needed not just to react—but to anticipate, adapt, and build resilience. The...","We are proud to announce that Agriventures  is part of the consortium of the newly launched SYSARM project , a timely European initiative responding to the growing global challenges affecting agriculture and food systems. At a time when climate shocks, geopolitical instability, supply chain disruptions, and economic uncertainty are reshaping the agri-food landscape, SYSARM aims to equip professionals with the skills needed not just to react—but to anticipate, adapt, and build resilience. The project officially launched on 1 March , setting in motion a collaborative effort to rethink how agricultural knowledge and risk management are taught and applied across Europe.  Kick-off Meeting – 20 April The official kick-off meeting  will take place on 20 April , bringing together all partners to align on the project’s vision, tools, and next steps. This marks the true operational start of SYSARM, where ideas begin transforming into concrete solutions.  Why SYSARM Matters Now Agriculture today sits at the intersection of multiple crises and transitions: Increasing climate variability and extreme weather events Rising pressure for sustainable and low-carbon production Rapid digitalisation and technological change Ongoing market and geopolitical instability Yet, the sector’s workforce often lacks access to modern, flexible, and forward-looking training. SYSARM addresses this gap by introducing a systems thinking approach to agricultural risk management , empowering learners to understand complex interdependencies and make strategic decisions. What SYSARM Will Deliver The project will develop a new generation of learning tools designed for real-world impact: A MOOC on systems-based agricultural risk management Simulation-based learning environments  reflecting real-life challenges A Trainer Toolbox  for educators and institutions Micro-credentials  aligned with EU frameworks Practical tools for lifelong learning and skills recognition These outputs aim to build green skills, transversal competences, and resilience , ensuring that learners are prepared for the complexity of modern agri-food systems.  A Strong European Partnership SYSARM brings together 9 partners from 4 European countries , combining expertise in education, sustainability, innovation, and digital technologies. As a key partner, Agriventures  contributes its expertise in agri-policy, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. The organisation will play an important role in policy engagement and governance integration , helping ensure that project results translate into real systemic impact.  The project is coordinated by Cosvitec , leading the overall implementation, quality assurance, and alignment with European frameworks and the Pact for Skills. “Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) onlyand do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Education and Culture Executive Agency. Neitherthe European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.” \n For Agriventures, participation in SYSARM is not an isolated initiative, but part of a broader mission: bridging innovation with real agricultural practice, reducing information asymmetry, and accelerating the adoption of solutions that already work . Agriventures focuses on supporting agrifood startups and innovation, and access to European funding for agriculture, while also helping entrepreneurs navigate the complex landscape of startup financing, venture capital, and research commercialization. By strengthening connections between startups, research institutions, investors, and farmers, Agriventures contributes to building a stronger agricultural innovation ecosystem that can accelerate the transition toward sustainable agriculture and resilient food systems. Through knowledge sharing, events, and ecosystem building, Agriventures helps ensure that promising agritech innovations can scale and reach farmers, food producers, and global markets.",{"image":751},{"url":752,"altText":746},"wix:image://v1/nsplsh_6f69d54474724aa791016c4eafc223a7~mv2.jpg/Projects%20lettering%2C%20lighting%20with%20colored%20gels.jpg#originWidth=6000&originHeight=4000","2026-04-20T07:36:21.738Z",[],[756,757,758],{"_id":682,"label":683,"slug":684},{"_id":720,"label":721,"slug":722},{"_id":732,"label":733,"slug":734},"https://xpsc9qx4zmq8jvdz5c8j.agriventures.co/post/kicking-off-sysarm-systems-thinking-for-agricultural-risk-management-in-a-changing-world","ac0c59a4-e1e1-4399-9f88-500dac6c8de7",[],[],[],{"_id":765,"title":766,"slug":767,"excerpt":768,"contentText":769,"featuredMedia":770,"firstPublishedDate":773,"lastPublishedDate":773,"hashtags":774,"tags":775,"url":780,"language":686,"memberId":760,"pinned":688,"featured":688,"commentingEnabled":4,"translations":781,"categoryIds":782,"relatedPostIds":783},"2130f74c-f4c7-4b76-8419-6fe462231052","Circular Voices goes live: check  circular farming across Europe","circular-voices-goes-live-check-circular-farming-across-europe","Another milestone has been reached in the Circular Voices journey. The project has officially launched its digital platform , creating a space where circular agricultural practices—from Bulgaria to Spain—can now be explored and shared in one place. From the very beginning, Circular voices mission has been clear: to take circular  concepts out of reports and turn them into visible practices for farmers and innovators . The new platform is a direct response to that ambition. It brings together...","Another milestone has been reached in the Circular Voices journey. The project has officially launched its digital platform , creating a space where circular agricultural practices—from Bulgaria to Spain—can now be explored and shared in one place. From the very beginning, Circular voices mission has been clear: to take circular  concepts out of reports and turn them into visible practices for farmers and innovators . The new platform is a direct response to that ambition. It brings together real examples of farms that are already: closing loops reducing waste regenerating soil creating value from by-products Through this platform, users can now explore and get inspired how circular practices are being implemented across different contexts, crops, and farming systems. From olive groves in Spain to livestock farms in Bulgaria, the initiative highlights one key idea: circularity is not theoretical—it is happening on the ground.   Making Circularity Visible One of the biggest challenges in sustainable agriculture is not the lack of solutions—but the lack of visibility.  By focusing on storytelling and real-life experience, this initiative ensures that circular practices are not only communicated—but trusted . Because in the end, sustainability is not just about systems. It is about people—and the decisions they make every day. For farmers, innovators, and stakeholders, this is an invitation: to explore, to learn, and to become part of a movement that is already reshaping how food systems work. This initiative is supported by the Circular Food Network, implemented by Alberizas & Agriventures. For AgriVentures, this is aligned with a broader mission reflected on https://agriventures.co/ . Bridging innovation and real agricultural practice, reducing information asymmetry and accelerating the adoption of solutions that already work. If you are building, farming or investing in the agri-food sector, the implication is straightforward. Circularity is no longer conceptual. It is operational. The only question is whether you are connected to it. The role of Agriventures in supporting agrifood innovation As the agritech startup ecosystem grows across Europe, initiatives such as Agriventures are helping connect entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and policymakers working in agriculture and food innovation. Agriventures focuses on supporting agrifood startups, biotechnology innovation, and access to European funding for agriculture, while also helping entrepreneurs navigate the complex landscape of startup financing, venture capital, and research commercialization. By strengthening connections between startups, research institutions, investors, and farmers, Agriventures contributes to building a stronger agricultural innovation ecosystem that can accelerate the transition toward sustainable agriculture and resilient food systems. Through knowledge sharing, events, and ecosystem building, Agriventures helps ensure that promising agritech innovations can scale and reach farmers, food producers, and global markets.",{"image":771},{"url":772,"altText":766},"wix:image://v1/11062b_66d1baf0499d4c17988835d7fb094803~mv2.jpeg/AdobeStock_642361719.jpeg#originWidth=4000&originHeight=2250","2026-04-20T07:35:55.223Z",[],[776,777,778,779],{"_id":682,"label":683,"slug":684},{"_id":720,"label":721,"slug":722},{"_id":737,"label":738,"slug":739},{"_id":732,"label":733,"slug":734},"https://xpsc9qx4zmq8jvdz5c8j.agriventures.co/post/circular-voices-goes-live-check-circular-farming-across-europe",[],[],[],{"_id":785,"title":786,"slug":787,"excerpt":788,"contentText":789,"featuredMedia":790,"firstPublishedDate":793,"lastPublishedDate":793,"hashtags":794,"tags":795,"url":800,"language":686,"memberId":801,"pinned":688,"featured":688,"commentingEnabled":4,"translations":802,"categoryIds":803,"relatedPostIds":804},"76cc56ff-07e4-4148-96f7-c47327b34344","New opportunity for circular innovators: Circular Voices - turning circular agriculture into real opportunities","new-opportunity-for-circular-innovators-circular-voices-turning-circular-agriculture-into-real-op","AgriVentures, together with Alberizas, brought Circular Voices: From the Balkans to Andalusia to IEAMED in Málaga. What emerged from this workshop is direct and unambiguous: European innovation has no value if it remains locked in reports. Its value is realized only when it reaches farmers and producers in a form they can apply, adapt and benefit from economically. This workshop was designed precisely with that objective. To translate circular economy principles into practical, field-tested...","AgriVentures, together with Alberizas, brought Circular Voices: From the Balkans to Andalusia to IEAMED in Málaga. What emerged from this workshop is direct and unambiguous: European innovation has no value if it remains locked in reports. Its value is realized only when it reaches farmers and producers in a form they can apply, adapt and benefit from economically. This workshop was designed precisely with that objective. To translate circular economy principles into practical, field-tested approaches that improve resilience, reduce costs and create new revenue streams across the agri-food value chain. What stood out clearly is that sustainability is not a data problem.  It is a people problem. Adoption depends on trust, clarity and relevance to real farm operations. The discussions brought together a strong mix of academia, practitioners and ecosystem builders. Contributions from Ana María Castillo-Clavero and Ingrid Mateo Manrique grounded the conversation in strategic and environmental frameworks, while initiatives like Vegaverde, Asociación Moscatel and Finca Kurandana demonstrated how circularity is already being implemented on the ground. These are not pilot ideas, they are working models. Equally important was the cultural and territorial dimension. Speakers such as Diego Rivas, Felicitas Flörchinger and the Exploramás team emphasized that circular agriculture is not only a technical transition. It is also about reconnecting farming with identity, local knowledge and purpose. This layer is often underestimated, yet it is critical for long-term adoption. The role of ecosystem enablers was also evident. BIOAZUL, IEAMED, Málaga TechPark and APTE are not just supporting actors. They are infrastructure for innovation diffusion. Without them, scaling circular practices across regions would remain fragmented. From workshop to platform: Circular Voices goes digital The Málaga workshop is part of a broader initiative that is now fully accessible through the new Circular Voices platform. The platform is structured around one core principle: make circular farming visible, understandable and actionable. Instead of theory-heavy content, the platform focuses on real cases from Spain and Bulgaria. Farmers demonstrate how they close loops in practice, whether through biomass reuse, digestate application, precision farming or by-product valorization. The emphasis is always on outcomes: reduced input costs, improved soil health and new income streams. A key component is VerAgro, a free self-assessment tool. In approximately 20 minutes, farmers and processors can evaluate their current practices across land use, operations and business resilience. The output is not generic scoring, it provides actionable insights that can guide immediate improvements. The platform also addresses one of the biggest structural gaps in European agriculture: fragmentation. By connecting stories, tools and stakeholders in one place, it creates a shared reference point for circular practices that are often isolated geographically. Opportunities you should not ignore Circular Voices is not only a communication initiative. It is also a gateway to concrete opportunities. First, participation. Farmers, startups and organizations can join the network to share practices, collaborate or replicate methodologies in their own regions. This is particularly relevant for actors in Southeast Europe where access to structured knowledge remains limited. Second, visibility. Through the AgriVentures Awards 2026, innovators working on circular solutions can position themselves in front of investors, policymakers and ecosystem partners. The deadline is 30 April 2026, with the awards taking place during the Green Transition Forum in Sofia. Third, funding. The platform aggregates active opportunities in circular economy and agri-food innovation. These range from early-stage support such as the EIT Food Accelerator Network to large-scale Horizon Europe calls reaching up to €6 million. There are also targeted instruments like EPIC-X for women-led deep tech startups and WFF funding for women in agrifood systems. For founders and operators, this is not just information. It is a pipeline. What comes next The key question raised during the workshop remains open and operational: how do we make circular practices more visible, understandable and applicable at scale. Circular Voices provides a working answer. Not through policy abstraction, but through farmer-led storytelling, practical tools and cross-regional collaboration between Bulgaria and Spain. This initiative is supported by the Circular Food Network, implemented by Alberizas & Agriventures. For AgriVentures, this is aligned with a broader mission reflected on https://agriventures.co/ . Bridging innovation and real agricultural practice, reducing information asymmetry and accelerating the adoption of solutions that already work. If you are building, farming or investing in the agri-food sector, the implication is straightforward. Circularity is no longer conceptual. It is operational. The only question is whether you are connected to it. The role of Agriventures in supporting agrifood innovation As the agritech startup ecosystem grows across Europe, initiatives such as Agriventures are helping connect entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and policymakers working in agriculture and food innovation. Agriventures focuses on supporting agrifood startups, biotechnology innovation, and access to European funding for agriculture, while also helping entrepreneurs navigate the complex landscape of startup financing, venture capital, and research commercialization. By strengthening connections between startups, research institutions, investors, and farmers, Agriventures contributes to building a stronger agricultural innovation ecosystem that can accelerate the transition toward sustainable agriculture and resilient food systems. Through knowledge sharing, events, and ecosystem building, Agriventures helps ensure that promising agritech innovations can scale and reach farmers, food producers, and global markets.",{"image":791},{"url":792,"altText":786},"wix:image://v1/1cd362_ebc83dcef0d847e680aa936d27ee6a22~mv2.png/image.png#originWidth=800&originHeight=450","2026-04-18T08:35:31.209Z",[],[796,797,798,799],{"_id":720,"label":721,"slug":722},{"_id":737,"label":738,"slug":739},{"_id":682,"label":683,"slug":684},{"_id":732,"label":733,"slug":734},"https://xpsc9qx4zmq8jvdz5c8j.agriventures.co/post/new-opportunity-for-circular-innovators-circular-voices-turning-circular-agriculture-into-real-op","1cd362a1-09ac-4de4-951b-bf76d96262ce",[],[],[],{"_id":806,"title":807,"slug":808,"excerpt":809,"contentText":810,"featuredMedia":811,"firstPublishedDate":814,"lastPublishedDate":814,"hashtags":815,"tags":816,"url":822,"language":686,"memberId":687,"pinned":688,"featured":688,"commentingEnabled":4,"translations":823,"categoryIds":824,"relatedPostIds":825},"c913d10d-e2fa-4273-9838-94016f38316a","Smart Farm Robotix named among Bulgaria’s most promising startups to watch in 2026","smart-farm-robotix-named-among-bulgaria-s-most-promising-startups-to-watch-in-2026","Bulgarian agritech startup Smart Farm Robotix  has been recognized by EU-Startups as one of the country’s 10 most promising startups to watch in 2026 and beyond, highlighting the growing international visibility of Bulgaria’s innovation ecosystem. \tIn its feature, EU-Startups placed the Sofia-based company among a new generation of local ventures building impactful technologies with strong global potential. \tFounded in 2022 , Smart Farm Robotix is developing autonomous agricultural robots...","Bulgarian agritech startup Smart Farm Robotix  has been recognized by EU-Startups as one of the country’s 10 most promising startups to watch in 2026 and beyond, highlighting the growing international visibility of Bulgaria’s innovation ecosystem. \tIn its feature, EU-Startups placed the Sofia-based company among a new generation of local ventures building impactful technologies with strong global potential. \tFounded in 2022 , Smart Farm Robotix is developing autonomous agricultural robots designed to improve weed control in a more sustainable and efficient way. Its flagship solution, RoboAiWeeder , is a fully solar-powered robot that uses AI image recognition, GPS, sensors, and smart navigation to identify and remove weeds without herbicides. According to EU-Startups, the company has already secured €2.4 million  to advance its technology and support wider adoption among farmers. \tThe startup is gaining attention for addressing some of agriculture’s biggest challenges, including rising labor costs, workforce shortages, and the need for more environmentally responsible farming practices. With its lightweight design and ability to operate in hilly or rocky terrain, RoboAiWeeder offers a practical alternative to traditional chemical and mechanical weed control, helping farmers reduce costs while supporting cleaner production methods. Smart Farm Robotix  is also part of the AgriVentures innovation community , a platform focused on accelerating agrifood and agri-tech innovation across Europe. AgriVentures supports startups, researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors by improving access to funding opportunities, strengthening collaboration, and helping innovative ideas move closer to real-world adoption . \tOn its official website https://agriventures.co/ , AgriVentures lists Smart Farm Robotix among its community members, describing the company as a robotics business developing autonomous, AI-driven solutions for small and medium-sized farms. \tAs agrifood innovation continues to expand across Europe, initiatives like AgriVentures play an increasingly important role in connecting startups with research institutions, investors, and farmers. Through ecosystem building, knowledge sharing, and support for commercialization, platforms like this help promising technologies such as Smart Farm Robotix scale faster and contribute to the transition toward more sustainable and resilient food systems. Learn more on: https://www.eu-startups.com/2026/01/bulgarias-rising-stars-10-promising-bulgarian-startups-to-watch-in-2026-and-beyond/",{"image":812},{"url":813,"altText":807},"wix:image://v1/e54875_d7ba8e027cca490191e7531bc07bcde4~mv2.jpeg/contrast-agriculture-methods.jpeg#originWidth=900&originHeight=514","2026-03-27T15:07:29.266Z",[],[817,818,819,820,821],{"_id":682,"label":683,"slug":684},{"_id":728,"label":729,"slug":730},{"_id":732,"label":733,"slug":734},{"_id":716,"label":717,"slug":718},{"_id":720,"label":721,"slug":722},"https://xpsc9qx4zmq8jvdz5c8j.agriventures.co/post/smart-farm-robotix-named-among-bulgaria-s-most-promising-startups-to-watch-in-2026",[],[],[],{"_id":827,"title":828,"slug":829,"excerpt":830,"contentText":831,"featuredMedia":832,"firstPublishedDate":835,"lastPublishedDate":835,"hashtags":836,"tags":837,"url":848,"language":686,"memberId":801,"pinned":688,"featured":688,"commentingEnabled":4,"translations":849,"categoryIds":850,"relatedPostIds":851},"c0ee0b08-aba6-4ffe-b052-083a3f69b509","Agriventures Connect 2026: Sofia becomes a hub for agri-innovation and global opportunities","agriventures-connect-2026-sofia-becomes-a-hub-for-agri-innovation-and-global-opportunities","On 19 March 2026 Sofia will bring together farmers, investors, scientists and technology companies for Agriventures Connect 2026 , a conference dedicated to practical innovation in the agrifood sector. The event is designed as a meeting point for people building solutions in agriculture and those investing in the future of food systems. Due to strong interest, tickets for the event are now officially sold out . The conference will open at 16:00, with doors opening at 15:15 for registration...","On 19 March 2026 Sofia will bring together farmers, investors, scientists and technology companies for Agriventures Connect 2026 , a conference dedicated to practical innovation in the agrifood sector. The event is designed as a meeting point for people building solutions in agriculture and those investing in the future of food systems. Due to strong interest, tickets for the event are now officially sold out . The conference will open at 16:00, with doors opening at 15:15 for registration and networking. Full information about the speakers and program can be found here: Agriventures Connect 2026 event page . Agriventures is a mission-driven organisation supporting innovation in agriculture and food systems by connecting entrepreneurs, researchers, farmers and investors while helping them access funding and partnerships. Agriventures platform  supports innovators in identifying funding opportunities, building partnerships and scaling agrifood projects internationally. The opening remarks will be delivered by Boyko Takov from the Bulgarian SME Promotion Agency, highlighting the role of public institutions in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship. The Agriventures team, represented by farmer Ivaylo Yankov and international projects expert Dilyana Kutsarova, will outline new opportunities for strengthening the agrifood ecosystem and improving access to capital for agricultural innovators. One of the first discussions will focus on digitalisation and emerging agri-technologies . Kaloyan Kumanov from NIK will explore trends in precision agriculture, data management and digital farm tools that can improve decision making and reduce input costs. A dedicated panel on institutional and public funding  will feature Svetlana Ormanova from the Institute for Agristrategies and Innovations, AgroHub and AgroDigiRise, Dimitar Vasilev from Innowave and Ralitsa Zhekova from RAPIV Varna. The discussion will address European innovation instruments such as EIC and EIT and how agricultural innovators can access specialised funding streams beyond traditional CAP programmes. The conference will also host a discussion with investors. Semi Hakim from Kök Projekt and Max Gurvits from Vitosha Venture Partners will share how investors evaluate agri-business opportunities, what makes a venture investment-ready and how agricultural companies can prepare for international growth. The panel will be moderated by Mariya Hristova. Practical farming experience will be at the centre of the session on sustainability and innovation for farmers , where Albina Yasinska from Bio Farm Rozino and regenerative agriculture consultant Petyo Kirov will share field-level insights on soil health, resilience and profitability. Another key discussion will focus on carbon farming and the future of agricultural sustainability . Elisabeth Lunik from Rabobank, Lyubomir Spasov from Green Diligence Netherlands and Marta Paunova, PhD researcher at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences and part of Agriventures, will explore carbon measurement, soil health and emerging carbon markets that could create new income streams for farmers. The final panel will connect agriculture with nutrition science and market innovation. Zhivko Dzhamyarov from Ancestral Superfoods and Georgi Toskov from the University of Food Technologies will analyse emerging product niches linked to longevity, nutrition and the human microbiome. After the official program, participants will continue discussions during an informal networking session starting at 20:00. Nominations for the Innovative Producers Awards  are still open. Applications and nominations can be submitted here: https://connect.agriventures.co/#awards More details about the event are available on the conference website: https://connect.agriventures.co/ Follow the livestream: The role of Agriventures in supporting agrifood innovation As the agritech startup ecosystem grows across Europe, initiatives such as Agriventures are helping connect entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and policymakers working in agriculture and food innovation. Agriventures focuses on supporting agrifood startups, biotechnology innovation, and access to European funding for agriculture, while also helping entrepreneurs navigate the complex landscape of startup financing, venture capital, and research commercialization. By strengthening connections between startups, research institutions, investors, and farmers, Agriventures contributes to building a stronger agricultural innovation ecosystem that can accelerate the transition toward sustainable agriculture and resilient food systems. Through knowledge sharing, events, and ecosystem building, Agriventures helps ensure that promising agritech innovations can scale and reach farmers, food producers, and global markets.",{"image":833},{"url":834,"altText":828},"wix:image://v1/e54875_bf56a0ea42c94a45acf73988392516a9~mv2.jpg/AgriventuresConnect_edited.jpg#originWidth=1024&originHeight=563","2026-03-11T09:29:59.053Z",[],[838,839,840,841,842,843,844,845,846,847],{"_id":682,"label":683,"slug":684},{"_id":720,"label":721,"slug":722},{"_id":737,"label":738,"slug":739},{"_id":674,"label":675,"slug":676},{"_id":728,"label":729,"slug":730},{"_id":724,"label":725,"slug":726},{"_id":706,"label":707,"slug":708},{"_id":678,"label":679,"slug":680},{"_id":712,"label":713,"slug":714},{"_id":716,"label":717,"slug":718},"https://xpsc9qx4zmq8jvdz5c8j.agriventures.co/post/agriventures-connect-2026-sofia-becomes-a-hub-for-agri-innovation-and-global-opportunities",[],[],[],1777149893566]