📍 June 11–12, 2025

CIHEAM Bari will host the final conference of the Climed-Fruit project, titled “Climate and Perennial Crops in the Mediterranean – Strategies for the Future”. The hybrid event is free to attend with mandatory registration for both in-person and online participants.

As climate change increasingly affects Mediterranean agriculture, the conference aims to spotlight innovative, field-tested strategies to build resilient and sustainable perennial cropping systems. Researchers, technical advisors, and pioneering farmers will come together to exchange knowledge and inspire action.

Thematic sessions on June 11 will address:

• Soil and Biodiversity Management – Strengthening agroecological resilience
• Irrigation Optimisation – Enhancing water use efficiency
• Climate Risk & Pest Pressure Mitigation – Tools and strategies for sustainable production

On June 12, participants will take part in a technical field visit to an innovative organic table grape farm in Ginosa Marina (Taranto Province), where they’ll explore:

• Real-time monitoring through soil and plant sensors
• Use of a Decision Support System (DSS) to optimize resources and improve fruit quality

The Climed-Fruit Conference is a unique opportunity to engage with international experts, discover practical solutions, and shape the future of agriculture in the Mediterranean.