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Promoting sustainable agriculture through the social and solidarity economy: guide for French local authorities
A French project has developed a guide detailing ways of advancing sustainable agriculture at the local level through the social and solidarity economy (SSE).
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Slovenian Rural Parliament assembles stakeholders to consider the future of rural areas
The 6th Slovenian Rural Parliament, held on 11-12 June 2026 in Ilirska Bistrica, brought together almost 300 participants from across the country to debate the future of rural areas and shape concrete proposals for rural development policy.
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New funding opportunity for biotech agri-food projects
The European Commission’s European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) has launched a call for proposals for agri-food projects focused on fermentation technologies. Submit your application by 2 June 2026.
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Good Practice Brochure 'Place-based innovation'
This first edition of the Rural Pact Good Practice Brochure focuses on place-based innovation and its role in addressing economic, social and environmental challenges in rural areas. It highlights how solutions rooted in local realities, supported by collaboration and tailored approaches, can strengthen rural development.
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‘Honey Routes’ project: revitalising rural Cyprus through sustainable tourism
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Regional innovation hub boosts sustainable food supply and resilience in rural Slovenia
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Self-service eco-stores restore retail access in rural areas of western France
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