Smarter Fields, Healthier Soil: Farmtopia’s SIP5 Brings Precision Farming to Arable Land in Slovenia and Ukraine
Farmtopia, an EU-funded project running from 2023 to 2026, aims to make digital farming tools accessible to small and medium-sized farmers across […]
What Has Been Happening Recently in Farmtopia? Highlights Up to November 2025
As Farmtopia continues to move forward on its mission to support smallholder farmers through accessible and affordable digital solutions, the past period […]
Farmtopia at the Digital Agroecology Cluster Conference in Brussels
Farmtopia is excited to announce its participation in the Digital Agroecology Cluster Conference, taking place on 17 – 18 November 2025 at […]
STELAR Project Reaches its Conclusion – Delivering FAIR Data and AI-Ready Solutions for Agrifood
The STELAR project will officially conclude on 31 August 2025, marking the end of three years of innovation in FAIR data management […]
On the EIP-AGRI Project Database: Farmtopia’s First 10 Practice Abstracts
In the journey to make agriculture more sustainable, inclusive, and data-driven, the Farmtopia project is proud to present its first ten Practice […]
The Environmental Shift Might Start on a Small Farm
Could small farms be the planet’s answer? As the climate crisis deepens, the way we grow our food is under increasing scrutiny. […]
Addressing the Adoption of Sustainable Practices Through Multi-criteria Assessment: Farmtopia’s 10th Practice Abstract
This is the tenth Practice Abstract developed within the scope of the Farmtopia project, authored by Camille Harel from ARVALIS, Technical Institute. […]
Smart Mushroom Farming Technology / SIP 2 AD: Farmtopia’s 9th Practice Abstract
This is the ninth Practice Abstract developed in the scope of the Farmtopia project, authored by Dimitrios Argyropoulos of University College Dublin. Mushroom […]
Data-driven Innovation and Smart Farming Services Supporting Organic Avocado Farming: Farmtopia’s 8th Practice Abstract
This is the eighth Practice Abstract developed in the scope of the Farmtopia project, authored by Project Coordinator Dionysios Solomos from NEUROPUBLIC. […]
Farmtopia Sustainable Collaborative Business Model Innovation: Farmtopia’s 7th Practice Abstract
This is the seventh Practice Abstract developed in the scope of the Farmtopia project, authored by Federica Ciccullo, Ernst Johannes Prosman, Sandra […]
Agricultural Digital Solutions (ADS) Sharing Platform: Farmtopia’s 6th Practice Abstract
This is the sixth Practice Abstract developed in the scope of the Farmtopia project, authored by Ioannis Seremetis and Sofia Mouseti from […]
Farmtopia Data Exchange Module: Farmtopia’s 5th Practice Abstract
This is the fifth Practice Abstract developed in the scope of the Farmtopia project, authored by Odysseas Sekkas from NEUROPUBLIC. Different agricultural […]
Farmtopia Data Integration Module: Farmtopia’s 4th Practice Abstract
This is fourth Practice Abstract developed in the scope of the Farmtopia project, authored by Nikos Kalatzis from GreenSupplyChain. There are already […]
Farmtopia Digital Field Book : Farmtopia’s 3rd Practice Abstract
This is the third Practice Abstract developed in the scope of the Farmtopia project, authored by Tomaz Bokan, Miran Bunderla, and Natalija […]
Semantic Model : Farmtopia’s 2nd Practice Abstract
This is the second Practice Abstract developed in the scope of the Farmtopia project, authored by Christopher Brewster from Green Supply Chain […]
Farmtopia Farm-driven Approach to ADSs’ Codevelopment and Testing: Farmtopia’s 1st Practice Abstract
This is the first Practice Abstract developed in the scope of the Farmtopia project, authored by Project Coordinator Dionysios Solomos from NEUROPUBLIC, […]
Farmtopia’s SIP5 Leader Tomaž Bokan in the Data Stories 360° Podcast
Farmtopia’s SIP5 leader Tomaž Bokan from the partnering organisation ITC Murska Sobota recently sat down for the STELAR project and its Data Stories […]
Sharing Farmtopia’s ADSs Co-Development Model with Global Institutions
On April 9, 2025, the Farmtopia project hosted a dedicated webinar to present its co-development approach for Agricultural Digital Solutions (ADSs) and […]
Easier Hemp Cultivation with Digital Technologies: SIP4 Makes Progress
Farmtopia, an EU-supported project running from 2023 to 2026, is set to democratize digital technology access for small and medium-sized farmers. With […]
Unlocking Sustainable Agricultural Job Opportunities
Agricultural jobs are being reshaped by innovations that address the growing need for sustainable food production. Traditional farming methods can no longer […]
Open Call Webinar: Bridging Innovation in Agriculture – Highlights from the Farmtopia & Open Agri Joint Event
On November 13th, more than 60 attendees across Europe joined an Open Call webinar co-hosted by the Farmtopia and Open Agri projects. […]
Sustainable Agriculture – What is it and why is it important?
Sustainable Agriculture – Two words that echo the last decade. Why is it so? Due to environmental challenges, sustainable agriculture has emerged […]
Agricultural Outlook 2024-2033: What are Key Trends Shaping Food Markets?
The OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2024-2033 offers a detailed forecast of the trends and prospects that will shape global agricultural and food markets […]
Celebrating World Agriculture Day 2024: Honoring Innovation and Sustainability
How can we feed a growing population while protecting our planet? Today, as we celebrate World Agriculture Day, this question takes center […]
Digital Solutions to Reduce Livestock Emissions and Boost Farm Efficiency: SIP3 Empowers Farmers
As part of a three-year initiative funded by the European Union, Farmtopia is helping small and medium-sized farmers harness the power of […]
Introducing Insights from the 2024 SOFI Report
With only six years remaining to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the world is alarmingly off track to meet SDG2—ending hunger […]
Celebrating Farmworker Appreciation Day with Farmtopia
Every 6th of August, we mark Farmworker Appreciation Day. This means focusing on the importance of the work farmers perform daily and […]
Celebrating National Avocado Day with Farmtopia: The Fruit That’s Changing the World
July 31st marks a special day for avocado lovers— National Avocado Day! At Farmtopia, we couldn’t let this opportunity pass without highlighting […]
Farmtopia Holds External Workshop for Collaborators and Advisory Board: Unveiling Digital Solutions for Small Farms
On July 8th, Farmtopia held its external introductory workshop to Farmtopia’s services, this time to a broader audience, including the Farmtopia Advisory […]
Farmtopia’s Workshop: Engaging Introduction and Feedback to Farmtopia Services
On July 3rd, Farmtopia’s consortium members convened for an internal workshop “Introduction to Farmtopia Services and Feedback Session,” aimed to provide an […]
Farmtopia’s Growth Story: Insights from Our Third Newsletter
As the Farmtopia project approaches its 1st anniversary, we are summing up the updates that occurred since our March newsletter. Read about […]
Celebrating International Fruit Day with Farmtopia
Happy International Fruit Day from Farmtopia! Today, we celebrate the vibrant diversity and deliciousness of fruits that nourish us and bring communities […]
Supporting Small-Sized Farmers in Europe: A Comprehensive Guide
This comprehensive guide for small-sized farmers in Europe provides essential support strategies, highlighting key resources and opportunities to thrive. Discover how Farmtopia […]
Smallholder Oyster Mushroom Farming: Farmtopia Developing a Smart Mushroom Farming Solution
The EU-backed project Farmtopia, running from 2023 to 2026, is poised to democratise access to digital technologies, catering particularly to small- and […]
Farmtopia at the International Agricultural Fair in Novi Sad: A Day of Innovation, Engagement, and Collaboration
The Farmtopia Project made a significant impression at the International Agricultural Fair 2024 in Novi Sad, being part of the opening day […]
Cultivating Unity: Farmtopia Celebrates Europe Day
Europe Day is more than just a date on the calendar; it’s a testament to the values of peace, solidarity, and cooperation […]
NEUROPUBLIC Leads Effort in Farmtopia Project to Boost Sustainability and Profitability in Organic Avocado Farming
In a bid to revolutionise organic avocado farming practices and bolster sustainability and profitability in the sector, NEUROPUBLIC SA is taking the […]
Celebrating Earth Day with Farmtopia
On April 22nd, as the world unites to honour International Earth Day, we at Farmtopia are joining in, and highlighting our mission […]
Introducing the New EU Rural Action Plan for Rural Development
Rural areas serve as the bedrock of Europe, but they grapple with a number of challenges – and this is something the […]
Farmtopia’s 6-month Progress: Our Digital Farming Revolution Summarised
The EU-backed Farmtopia project has reached its sixth-month milestone and is still gaining momentum. Our dedicated partners have been working on co-developing […]
Fruitful Progress Made: Conclusions from the Farmtopia Project Consortium Second Plenary Meeting
The Farmtopia Project has made significant strides since its start in September 2023. Just as the 6-month mark of the project’s beginning […]
Climate Resilience: Digital Tools for Mitigating Climate Change Impacts on Small-Scale Agriculture
In the face of escalating climate change impacts, small-scale agriculture remains particularly vulnerable. The vital systems of such agriculture, often the backbone […]
Honoring Women’s Impact in Agriculture
“International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also […]
Access to Finance for Small Farmers: Unearthing Financial Pathways
Among many hurdles confronting farmers, one looms large: financial barriers. That is why we compiled this list of possible ways of access […]
Cultivating Innovation: Farmtopia Workshop on Intellectual Property
On January 31, 2024, Farmtopia, a project supported by the European Commission, conducted an Intellectual Property (IP) workshop for its consortium members. […]
Unpacking the State of Arable Crops in 2024: Outlook for EU
A recently published report by the European Commission provides insights into the agricultural markets in 2023/24 and gives interesting information into the […]
Digital Harvest: Navigating Small Farmers in the Digital Era
What do you mean by ‘Digital Harvest for Small Farmers’ and what is included in its scope? In the past decade, as […]
Industrial Hemp: Digital Technology Cuts Costs for a Greener Future
Hemp, once burdened by stigma, now finds itself embraced by various industries, prompting a pivotal question: What potential does it truly hold? […]
Cultivating Oyster Mushrooms: 5 Challenges Faced by Small-scale Farms
The oyster mushroom (Pleurotus Ostreatus) is a widely cultivated fungi renowned for its pleasant taste and numerous culinary and medicinal benefits. With […]
Breaking the Herbicide Dependency: A Look at Advantages of Precision Spraying in Arable Crops
Cutting chemical pesticide use by 50% by 2030? How can we achieve ambitious goals such as these, set by the European Green […]