WISEMED brings farmers, experts and stakeholders together to explore innovative and practical approaches to more sustainable water management in agriculture.
On 5 October, the webinar “Sustainable Water Management: Innovation and Dialogue with the Agricultural Sector” brought together young farmers, experts and key stakeholders to discuss the challenges and opportunities related to water management and irrigation in agriculture.
The event was organised by ICU – Istituto per la Cooperazione Universitaria ETS, Coldiretti Giovani Impresa and Coldiretti NEXT, within the framework of the WISEMED – Mediterranean joint Water management and conservation Sustainable solutions project, co-funded by the European Union through the Interreg NEXT MED Programme.
The webinar provided an opportunity to listen to the experiences and needs of the Italian agricultural sector, with a particular focus on irrigation. During an open discussion, young farmers shared their experiences from the field and provided recommendations that can help inform future public policies and the development of interventions tailored to the needs of agricultural communities.
The discussion highlighted the important role of young generations in driving the transition towards more resilient and sustainable agricultural practices, while exploring how digital tools and innovative solutions can provide practical support to farmers in their daily activities.
As part of the event, ICU ETS presented the objectives and strategic activities of the WISEMED project, which aims to contribute to addressing water scarcity across the Mediterranean through sustainable and innovative water management solutions.
CREA – Consiglio per la ricerca in agricoltura e l’analisi dell’economia agraria presented the technical solution being developed within the project: an open-source device for farmers providing recommendations on irrigation volume and scheduling. The solution was presented with a focus on its potential technical, economic and environmental benefits, as well as its practical application in agricultural contexts.
The webinar also provided an opportunity to present the next activities planned within WISEMED, highlighting opportunities for Italian farmers to engage with the project and contribute to the development and testing of innovative solutions for more efficient and sustainable water use in agriculture.
Through initiatives such as this webinar, WISEMED continues to strengthen dialogue between farmers, researchers, institutions and other stakeholders, ensuring that the development of innovative water management solutions is grounded in the real needs and experiences of the agricultural sector.
Last Update
09/10/2026
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