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PoliRuralPlus at Agrotica 2026: Connecting Stakeholders, Innovation and Policy for Rural Transformation
Fostering dialogue with key agricultural and rural development stakeholders and strengthening synergies with EU-funded initiatives for more innovative, resilient and sustainable rural areas.
7. května 2026 • Katerina Sachsamanoglou (GAIA EPICHEIREIN)
Within the framework of the 31st Agrotica Expo, held in Thessaloniki from 12 to 15 March, GAIA EPICHEIREIN presented the PoliRuralPlus project through an integrated and collaborative approach, highli
AURA Project: Assessing JackDaw in Real Rural–Urban Contexts
5. května 2026 • Synapsi - Dr. Charalampos (Babis) Kyfonidis
The AURA (Assessment of Urban–Rural AI) project aims to apply and validate the GeoAI chatbot JackDaw in real-world settings across Central Macedonia, Greece. The goal is to explore how AI-driven tool
Presentation of the ADESIMAN Rural‑Urban Agenda (ADUR)
A strategic framework for coordinated rural‑urban development in the ADESIMAN territory
5. května 2026 • Miguel Navarro
The Rural‑Urban Agenda of ADESIMAN (ADUR) was officially presented on 29 April at the Monastery of Uclés (Cuenca), during a public event that brought together institutional representatives and key te
Roundtable in Žilina Advances Dialogue on the Future of Rural Areas in Slovakia
Roundtable, Žilina, Slovakia
29. dubna 2026 • Marieta Okenková, Slovak University of Agriculture
On 27 April 2026, a regional roundtable held at the Žilina Self-Governing Region brought together policymakers, researchers and local stakeholders to discuss the future of rural development and publi
The MALTESE project launches to support digital innovation and rural entrepreneurship in Malta
A new cascade project under PoliRuralPlus, MALTESE will help strengthen rural Malta through digital tools, practical training, and stronger links between local producers, entrepreneurs, and communities.
22. dubna 2026 • Maria Elena Muscat, Daniel Amariei
Malta’s rural areas face growing pressure from land fragmentation, urbanisation, climate vulnerability, and limited opportunities for younger generations. At the same time, they hold strong potentia
Avoin Map project reaches mid-term milestone in Mallusjoki
16. března 2026 • Avoin Ry, Otso Valta, illustration by Linda Mandell
The Avoin Map project has reached its mid-term stage in the PoliRuralPlus Develop Call, with strong progress across all three planned digital map services: Energy, Zoning, and Activities. The project
Slovak Vision for a More Attractive Rural Areas Presented to the Government Council for NGOs
Government Council on NGOs meeting on 11 March 2026
13. března 2026 • Marieta Okenková, Slovak University of Agriculture
The Vision for More Attractive Rural Areas 2040 was presented on 11 March 2026 to the Government Council of the Slovak Republic for Non-Governmental Non-Profit Organisations, marking an important ste
Slovak Pilot Discusses Legal Definition of Rural Areas with State Secretary of the Ministry of Interior
Meeting with the State Secretary of the Slovak Ministry of Interior
2. března 2026 • Marieta Okenková, Slovak University of Agriculture
On 10 February 2026, representatives of the Slovak pilot held a working meeting with the State Secretary of the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic to discuss a key structural issue affecting
Round Table on the Updated Vision for an Attractive Rural Slovakia 2040 Highlights Need for Stronger Policy Coordination
Vision Roundtable at EU Delegation in Bratislava
27. února 2026 • Marieta Okenková, Slovak University of Agriculture
On 9 February 2026, a high-level expert Round Table titled “Updated Vision for an Attractive Rural Slovakia 2040” took place at the Representation of the European Commission in Bratislava. The event
County Monaghan Regional Action Plan validated with Monaghan County Council
Strong institutional support and joint funding ambitions mark a major milestone for the Irish PoliRuralPlus pilot.
9. února 2026 • Jeyald Anthony Rasaratnam
On Friday, 6 February, the Irish Pilot of the PoliRuralPlus project presented the County Monaghan Regional Action Plan (RAP) to Monaghan County Council for final validation. The meeting marked a key