Join the EU Agri 2040 Conference: Future-proofing EU Agri-Food through research and innovation

Mark your calendars for the EU Agri 2040 Conference, taking place on 24-25 September 2026 in Brussels. This pivotal event will bring together policymakers, researchers, farmers, and industry leaders to discuss the future of sustainable agriculture in the European Union. https://agriculture.ec.europa.eu/media/events/eu-agri-2040-conference-2026-09-24_en

By joining the conference you will learn more about the upcoming Strategic Approach to Research and Innovation for competitive resilient and sustainable agriculture, forestry, rural areas and food systems. The event will allow key stakeholders to connect and help shape the priorities of the next EU Research and Innovation Programme 2028-34 and the future European Competitiveness Fund supporting the ambitions of the Vision for Agriculture and Food.

The conference will feature high-level plenary discussions and different several thematic break-out sessions.

The breakout session ‘Soil, agri-ecosystems, water and nutrient capital’ scheduled on the second day, will explore how healthy soils and resilient water systems are essential for sustainable agricultural production. This session will delve into how integrated management of soil, water and nutrients can strengthen the resilience, productivity and sustainability of EU agriculture while reducing external dependencies. The discussion is highly relevant to the objectives of the Mission Soil and provides an excellent opportunity for the Mission community to contribute to and engage in the debate.

Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to the future of EU agriculture. Register by July 3rd and be part of the conversation shaping Agri 2040!

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