The main objective of this agreement is to establish a solid framework for identifying the challenges and needs of the agricultural cooperative sector and linking them with Agrotecnio's scientific and technological capabilities. The aim is for research to translate into practical solutions for cooperatives and their member farms.
The collaboration will cover key areas such as sustainability, competitiveness, innovation, efficient resource use, and adaptation to the new challenges of modern agriculture. Mechanisms for knowledge transfer will be strengthened so that research results have a direct impact on improving cooperative activities.
FCAC will contribute its direct knowledge of the sector's needs and its territorial network, while Agrotecnio will contribute its scientific and innovative expertise. The intention is to generate new collaboration opportunities, R&D+i projects, and pilot initiatives.
“"Innovation only makes sense if it can respond to the real challenges of cooperatives and their members. This agreement allows us to better connect the sector's needs with research knowledge and capabilities, and to turn this connection into new opportunities."
“"Collaboration with the productive sector is fundamental to ensure that scientific knowledge has a real impact on the territory. Working together with FCAC will allow us to learn firsthand about the needs of cooperatives and explore new ways to transfer research results to them."
This agreement reinforces both entities' commitment to an innovation model connected to the territory and the needs of agricultural professionals. It will also facilitate joint participation in national and European projects, and the creation of networks among cooperatives, researchers, and other players in the agri-food chain, contributing to enhancing the competitiveness and sustainability of Catalan agricultural cooperativism.
