AGRI-DIGITAL GROWTH
Digital innovation for rural farming
DescriptionOverview of the initiative and its approach.
AGRI-DIGITAL GROWTH is a transnational project promoting the uptake of digital and precision farming technologies in rural and less developed areas. The project seeks to: Develop a Precision Farming Knowledge Transfer Ecosystem to support digitalisation, sustainability, and specialisation of agri-food manufacturing SMEs. 2) Enhance digital skills among traditional SMEs in the agricultural machinery sector, particularly in peripheral areas lacking digital competencies. 3) Establish a formal qualification framework for Precision Farming Specialists to provide technical assistance to farmers adopting precision technologies. 4) Implement transnational pilot courses and living labs to facilitate hands-on learning and peer-to-peer knowledge exchange.
TechnologyTechnology used by the initiative.
The Agri-Digital Growth project centers on advancing precision agriculture - IoT devices, such as soil moisture sensors and weather stations, that enable real-time monitoring of environmental conditions, facilitating data-driven decision-making in farming operations.
TargetUsers, groups, or communities targeted by the initiative.
AGRI-DIGITAL GROWTH targets smallholder and medium-size farmers, rural communities, public sector actors, and research institutions. The project focuses on capacity building and support for technology adoption in digital agriculture across Central Europe, though the exact number of beneficiaries is not specified.
Business modelHow the initiative delivers and sustains its value.
The initiative is funded by the Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE Programme under the European Regional Development Fund. Participation in project activities, tools, and resources is free of charge to beneficiaries.
ImpactThe observed or intended effects of the initiative.
AGRI-DIGITAL GROWTH is expected to improve digital readiness in rural farming communities, support policy-making for smart agriculture, and establish local agri-tech hubs. It fosters knowledge exchange and innovation in areas facing digital and economic disadvantages. Quantitative impact data is not yet available.
PartnersOrganizations and stakeholders involved in the initiative.
Agency for Sustainable Development of the Carpathians; Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Pécs-Baranya; Council for Agricultural Research and Economics (Italy); Municipality of Csurgó; University of Maribor; University of Molise; University of Szeged; Warsaw University of Life Sciences; Zala County Foundation for Enterprise Promotion
Four BettersThe FAO Four Betters supported by the initiative.
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