About
Coldiretti is the main organization representing more than a million Italian farmers, dedicated to fostering innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness in agriculture. With deep roots in local communities and a strong commitment to protecting biodiversity and promoting high-quality food production, Coldiretti actively supports research, collaboration, and knowledge transfer across Europe.
Innovative governance, environmental observations and digital solutions in support of the Green Deal
1 Improving analytical capacity and understanding of the bargaining power and interactions of farmers with the operators of the value chains2 Upscaling innovative payments to support farmers in the delivery of agri-environment-climate public goods3 Boosting the attractiveness of agriculture and the connection between the farming community and society12 Increasing knowledge flows to practice within Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS) via thematic networks13 Strengthening knowledge and skills of advisors and integrating them within Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS) via an EU advisory network14 Preparing farmers, their workforce and advisors to the future of agriculture by providing the relevant knowledge, skills and competences at the right time and place
Resilient, inclusive, healthy and green rural, coastal and urban communities
4 Creating urban co-creation spaces for driving sustainable food system transformation
Circular economy and bioeconomy sectors
5 Consumption patterns and environmental awareness as enablers of transition to circular economy
Clean environment and zero pollution
6 Provide digital solutions tailored to small and medium-sized farms to monitor and sustainably manage agricultural inputs and natural resources
Land, ocean and water for climate action
3 Understanding and managing medium and longer-term challenges and opportunities for agriculture stemming from shifting climatic zones and changing agroecological environments
Fair, healthy and environment-friendly food systems from primary production to consumption
7 Fostering animal breeding and genetics for climate change adaptation and mitigation, improved robustness and resilience9 Strengthening the EU crop breeding research and innovation ecosystem for competitive, resilient, and sustainable agriculture10 Diversifying aquaculture production with emphasis on low-trophic species20 Making food systems more resilient to food safety risks through the deployment of technological solutions
Biodiversity and ecosystem services
12 Breeding for resilience: enhancing multi-stress tolerance in crops