Focusing on the highly productive Campo de Cartagena area in southeast Spain, a new interdisciplinary project seeks to enhance the understanding of how different crop rotation practices impact water and nitrogen balances under climate change scenarios.

Since water flows across administrative and national boundaries, managing water resources is most effective when it aligns with river basin boundaries. Integrated Water Resources Management can provide a backbone not only to manage water across sectors, but also to underpin climate action, reduce disasters and build communities’ resilience.

To maintain the credibility and quality of organic products, the European Union (EU) tightened its organic regulations at the beginning of 2025. This brings far-reaching changes, particularly for producer groups in the Global South, making it increasingly difficult for small farmers to maintain access to the premium organic market.

This event will explore the Africa-Europe Clusters of Research Excellence (CoRE) initiative and its impact on equitable partnerships. Leading scientists will also share key achievements and challenges in international cooperation.

Qualifications: Expertise in agronomy and sustainable crop production; strong leadership and facilitation skills; excellent project management and strategic planning abilities.