2nd Symposium on Mediterranean Fruit & Vegetables: Hub for Innovation
We are delighted to announce a unique joint initiative that will take place in Agadir, Morocco, on 11–13 December 2025 at Ibn Zohr University:
✨ 2nd Symposium on Mediterranean Fruit & Vegetables: Hub for Innovation (Final Event of the InovFarmer.MED Project)
🌱 10th Edition of the International Research School (More info)
For the first time, these two events will be held side by side, joining forces to bring together researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and students from across the Mediterranean.
As the concluding event of the InovFarmer.MED project, the symposium will convene leading scientists, industry innovators, agripreneurs, and policymakers to explore the latest scientific advances, technological breakthroughs, and market trends shaping Mediterranean fruit and vegetable value chains.
The program will feature:
- Inspiring keynote lectures from international experts.
- Interactive thematic sessions bridging research, business, and policy.
- Oral and Flash presentations to showcase innovative work.
- Networking opportunities to foster cross-sector dialogue and collaboration.
This dynamic platform will accelerate innovation and promote sustainable, resilient, and inclusive agri-food systems across the Mediterranean.
We look forward to welcoming you to Agadir for three days of innovation, collaboration, and forward-looking discussions dedicated to shaping the future of Mediterranean fruits and vegetables — from farm to fork and beyond.
Yours sincerely,
InovFarmer.MED Team
Event’s Address
University Ibnou Zohr, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy
Agadir, Morocco
Training Center
Address: Quartier Tilila BP 7519 Agence ABB Agadir Al Fidia CP 80060
Important Deadlines:
Abstract submission closes on 19th October 2025.
Acceptance notification until 31st October 2025.
Registration (attendees without presentation) until 19th November 2025.
Secretariat: Joana Santos, inovfarmermed@gmail.com
Thematic Areas
1 – Smart & Climate-Resilient Farming for Mediterranean Fruits & Vegetables
- Precision irrigation and water-smart agriculture.
- Climate-adapted crop varieties and protected cultivation systems.
- AI, IoT, and robotics for vegetable & fruit production optimization.
- Regenerative and biodiversity-friendly farming practices.
2 – Nutritional, Functional & Cultural Value of Mediterranean Products
- Bioactive compounds in fruits & vegetables for health.
- Functional and fortified Mediterranean-based food innovations.
- Linking Mediterranean diet heritage with modern consumer demands.
- Communicating nutritional value to promote healthy eating habits.
3 – Circular Economy & Zero-Waste Value Chains
- Valorization of fruit & vegetable by-products into ingredients, biomaterials, and energy.
- Sustainable packaging and eco-design for perishable products.
- Food loss reduction strategies from harvest to retail.
- Industrial symbiosis: linking agri-waste to other sectors.
4 – Market, Policy & Innovation Uptake in the Mediterranean
- Digital marketplaces and short supply chains for farmers.
- Policy frameworks and incentives for sustainable fruit & vegetable production.
- Building regional cooperation and cross-border innovation ecosystems.
- Empowering smallholders, women, and youth in agri-food innovation.
Abstracts submission
Authors are invited to submit their abstracts by October 19th, 2025, following the provided template.
Each registered author can submit a maximum of one abstract as presenting author, regardless of whether it is for an Oral or Flash Communication.
The official language of the Conference is English.
The maximum length for Oral presentations is 8 minutes and for Flash presentations 3 minutes. All presenters are requested to adhere to the stipulated time to ensure a smooth program flow.
Presentation Selection Process
We aim to accommodate the maximum possible number of Oral Communication slots.
However, if the requested Oral Communications exceeds the number of slots available, the Scientific Committee reserves the right to reassign submissions to Flash Communications based on scientific evaluation of all submitted abstracts. Conversely, if any Flash Communication meets the scientific requirements, the Scientific Committee will also take the liberty of proposing to the author its transformation into Oral Communication.
Upon submission, authors should receive a confirmation email. If the participant does not receive an email confirming the submission of the abstract, he/she should confirm in the spam e-mail box. For problems the participant should contact the Conference Secretariat (inovfarmermed@gmail.com).
All accepted abstracts will be published on the E-book of abstracts.
Guidelines for presenters
Registration Info
* For participants who will pay their registration fees by bank transfer: please take into account the bank fees.
Registration includes:
- Welcome Kit
- Access to all sessions of the scientific program
- Coffee breaks
- Lunch
- Certificate of Participation
Payment Details
Account Name: Société de Biotechnologies, Biodiversité et Environnement
Account IBAN: MA64 0110 1000 0010 2000 0057 9263
Account Type: Current Account
Bank: Bank of Africa
Bank Address: Place hay Salam, Agadir, Maroc
SWIFT CODE: BMCEMAMC (For Non-Moroccan users)
Important remarks:
- Please add the following reference to the transfer: Invofarmer.MED + Your Name;
- Please send us the proof of payment to: inovfarmermed@gmail.comwith the reference Invofarmer.MED + Your Name;
- If you register as a student, please send us proof of your student status via email. This proof can be a copy of the student card including the academic year, a letter from your supervisor, or a registration certificate;
- Registration is not considered complete until full payment of the fees.
Accommodation
Hotel Timoulay and Spa Agadir
Contact
Email: inovfarmermed@gmail.com
Committees
Chairs
Dulcineia Wessel, Polytechnic University of Viseu, Portugal
Aissam El Finiti, Ibn Zohr University, Morocco
Scientific Committee
Dulcineia Wessel, Polytechnic University of Viseu, Portugal
Abdelhamid El Mousadik, Univeristy Ibnou Zohr, Morocco
Ahmed Solyman, Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom
Cristina Amaro da Costa, Polytechnic University of Viseu, Portugal
Carine Le-Bourvellec, National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment, France
Cláudia Neves, Polytechnic University of Viseu, Portugal
Congduc Pham, Université de Pau et des Pays de l’Adour, France
Manuel António Coimbra, University of Aveiro, Portugal
Elisabete Coelho, University of Aveiro, Portugal
Gianfranco Romanazzi, Marche Polytechnic University, Italy
Luca Camanzi, University of Bologna, Italy
Meriem-Hind Ben-Mahdi, Ecole Nationale Supérieure Vétérinaire, Algeria
Sónia Silva, University of Aveiro, Portugal
Susana Cardoso, University of Aveiro, Portugal
Organizing Committee
Dulcineia Wessel, Polytechnic University of Viseu, Portugal (Chair)
Aissam El Finiti, Univeristy Ibnou Zohr, Morocco (Chair)
Rachida El Boullani, Univeristy Ibnou Zohr, Morocco
Joana Santos, TA Consulting, Portugal
Pedro Costa, TA Consulting, Portugal
Carlos Catorze Pereira, Polytechnic University of Viseu, Portugal
Cláudia Neves, Polytechnic University of Viseu, Portugal
Maria Odete Lopes, Polytechnic University of Viseu, Portugal
Silvia Moreira, Food4Sustainability, Portugal
Thaís Brum, Food4Sustainability, Portugal
Secretariat
Joana Santos, TA Consulting, Portugal
Invited Keynote Lectures
Information soon
Organization Entities
Symposium Partners
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2nd Symposium on Mediterranean Fruit & Vegetables: Hub for Innovation
December 11,12,13, Agadir, Morocco
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