Events
MED Events
JUL 14-16, 2025
NaturaConnect | Training sessions in systematic planning for biodiversity conservation, co-management and ecological restoration
The European NaturaConnect project is inviting professionals in nature and biodiversity conservation, planning and land management to take part in three intensive training courses, which will take place in Évora between 14 and 16 July 2025.
The courses are designed to train professionals from public administration and non-governmental organisations to respond to the ambitious goals of the European Biodiversity Strategy 2030 and the challenges of implementing the Nature Restoration Act. With a face-to-face and intensive full-day format, each course combines a theoretical component and practical activities, including group exercises, debates and field visits.
There are limited places! See all the information HERE and apply by 5th May HERE.
JUL 15&16, 2025
Formação silvicultura em contexto agroflorestal
Nos próximos dias 15 e 16 de julho, terá lugar mais uma formação Montado Living Lab, desta vez dedicada ao tema “Silvicultura em contexto agroflorestal – Métodos de regeneração e desbaste” que contará com a participação de Ana Cristina Gonçalves como formadora (investigadora do MED e professora no Departamento de Engenharia Rural na Universidade de Évora).
Esta formação tem como objetivo aprofundar o conhecimento sobre práticas de regeneração natural e assistida, bem como técnicas de desbaste em sistemas agroflorestais.
Durante a formação, serão abordados os seguintes conteúdos:
- Métodos de regeneração
- Estrutura de povoamento e regeneração
- Influência da estação na regeneração
- Métodos de desbaste
- Seleção das árvores
- Influência dos desbastes na dinâmica dos povoamentos
Programa:
– 15 de julho (manhã e tarde)
Sessões teóricas no Polo Universitário da Mitra, Universidade de Évora.
– 16 de julho (manhã)
Componente prática de campo na Herdade da Barbosa, Estremoz.
Esta formação, promovida pela Universidade de Évora – MED, em parceria com a APORMOR, insere-se no âmbito do projeto de cooperação transfronteiriça INTERREG POCTEP SOS_PRODEHESAMONTADO.
As inscrições são gratuitas, mas obrigatórias através do link: https://forms.gle/o2vZf57qwWxNQQDo8
SEP 12, 2025
1st Congress of the EdU_Saliva Project
On September 12, 2025, the University of Évora will host the 1st Congress of the EdU_Saliva Project – Inclusive Digital Material on Saliva Science for the Curricula of European Higher Education Institutions. The event aims to bring together lecturers, researchers, and professionals interested in integrating saliva science into higher education curricula, with a focus on innovation and inclusion.
Topics will include:
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Saliva as a diagnostic and research tool in animal and human science
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Innovative pedagogical strategies for teaching saliva analysis
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Future perspectives of saliva research in clinical and academic contexts
Participation is free but subject to registration by August 25 via the form: https://forms.gle/w7YdjRSpHUgXzLBj9
Abstracts for oral or poster presentations must be submitted by July 25. Presenting a contribution requires in-person attendance at the congress.
Learn more HERE.
SEP 16-18, 2025
AgriJovem2025
From October 16 to 18, 2025, the University of Évora will host the next edition of AgriJovem, an initiative of the European Commission in Portugal and the National CAP Network, with the support of the University of Évora and MED as local partners.
Over the course of three days, 40 university students in fields related to agronomy will delve into key topics in contemporary agriculture, such as the Common Agricultural Policy, the digital and energy transition, and the challenges of sustainability. The programme includes debates, hands-on sessions, and opportunities for direct interaction with experts, farmers, and decision-makers.
Participation is free and includes accommodation, meals, and transport. Applications are open until July 25 and require the completion of a form with a motivation letter.
More information and application available HERE.
DEZ 5-8, 2025
XVII Congresso Internacional SECEM
From December 5 to 8, 2025, Évora will host the 17th International Congress of SECEM – the Iberian Society for the Conservation and Study of Mammals (Sociedad Ibérica para la Conservación y Estudio de los Mamíferos). Taking place in Portugal for the first time, the event is supported by the University of Évora and MED.
The congress will bring together researchers, practitioners, and students dedicated to the study and conservation of mammals, and will feature scientific sessions, workshops, working group meetings, and other parallel activities.
Abstract submission is open until October 1.
The deadline for early registration is October 10.
Find out more in the 1st Circular available HERE or visit the event website:
https://www.congresosecem.es/
APR 12-16, 2026
31st EGF General Meeting "Challenges and innovations for grasslands resilience"
The Portuguese Pasture and Forage Society (SPPF), in collaboration with the Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development of the University of Évora (MED) and the National Institute for Agricultural and Veterinary Research, I.P. (INIAV, I.P.), has the honour of organising the 31st General Meeting of the European Grassland Federation. This benchmark event in the field of pastures and forages will bring together between 350 and 400 researchers, academics and professionals from more than 32 European countries.
The congress will take place at the University of Évora from 13 to 16 April 2026, preceded by a pre-event on 12 April and followed by a post-tour to the Azores archipelago from 16 to 19 April.
This event is particularly important for Portugal, where pastures cover more than 2 million hectares, making up the country’s largest agricultural land use.
In addition to the scientific sessions, the programme will include a Masterclass aimed at Master’s and PhD students, dedicated to the theme ‘Methodology for Estimating Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Grassland Ecosystems’, with the participation of European experts.
The congress will centre on the theme ‘Challenges and Innovations for Grasslands Resilience’, structured around five major sessions:
- Climate change and grasslands soil and water management
- Agroforestry, pastoralism and society
- Breeding for new challenges
- Sustainable livestock production systems based on grasslands: Challenges and opportunities
- Grasslands and rural land policy tools to face global challenges
More information at https://events.iniav.pt/
Abstracts can be submitted until 15 May 2025. More info HERE.
MAY 31 – JUN 4, 2027
ITD27: International Transdisciplinarity (ITD) Conference - University of Évora
We are pleased to announce that the next International Transdisciplinarity (ITD) Conference, ITD27, will be hosted by the University of Évora in Évora, Portugal from 31 May through 4 June 2027.
ITD27 is organized in collaboration with the Global Alliance for Inter- and Transdisciplinarity (ITD Alliance), the Network for Transdisciplinary Research (td-net) at the Swiss Academies of Arts and Sciences, MED – Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development and CHANGE – Global Change and Sustainability Institute, at the University of Évora. The working title of the conference is “Bridging Knowledge and Networks: Inter- and Transdisciplinarity for Transformative Change”. Current themes being explored include the role of inter- and transdisciplinarity in systemic transformation across academia, funding institutions, policymaking, and other societal sectors, and how to strengthen networks that foster lasting collaboration. These discussions are still evolving and build on key insights from previous conferences. The goal is to co-create a space that deepens dialogue and connections across individuals, institutions, and global networks—advancing transformative change through collaboration.
The Call for Contributions is expected to open in the middle of 2026. Updates will be announced in the ITD Alliance News Bulletin and will be available immediately on the ITD27 website: https://itd-alliance.org/itd-conference/itd27/.
Save the date (31 May – 4 June 2027) and join us in Portugal!
Other Events
JUL 8-10, 2025
V Simpósio Ibero-Afro-Americano de Riscos
V Simpósio Ibero-Afro-Americano de Riscos (8 a 10 de julho, Cabo Verde)
More info: https://vsiaar.riscos.pt/
AUG 25-31, 2025
I International Symposium on Temperate Tree Nuts: from Agroecologically Sustainable to Organic Production
SEP 22-24, 2025
VI International Symposium on Pomegranate and Minor Mediterranean Fruits
the VI International Symposium on Pomegranate and Minor Mediterranean Fruits (POMSYM 2025) will be held in Bari (Puglia), Italy, between the 22nd and the 24th of September, 2025. The POMSYM 2025 symposium is open to all interested parties involved in the research, teaching, and extension community. The goal is to promote international cooperation and dissemination of the latest information regarding pomegranate and other minor fruits such as fig, carob, prickly pear, azarole, etc. Research topics address, among others, the following areas: archaeology and history, botany and physiology, germplasm and breeding, orchard management, harvest and postharvest, diseases and disorders, processing, health properties, food industry.
Key dates:
– Abstract submissions due: 15 March 2025
– Abstract decisions: 15 June 2025
– Full paper submission: 15 September 2025
More information HERE.
OCT 13-14, 2025
CSA 2025 - International Conference on Cork Science and Applications
The CSA 2025 (International Conference on Cork Science and Applications) is a conference dedicated to exploring the various applications and scientific advances related to cork. The event brings together researchers, industry professionals, and enthusiasts to discuss innovations, trends, and challenges in the field of cork. The conference features presentations, workshops, and networking sessions, providing a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration among participants.
Abstracts submission until 31 March.
More information HERE
OCT 15-17, 2025
19th International RAMIRAN conference - Managing organic resources in agriculture: opportunities and challenges
The conference will focus on the management of organic residues and manures in agriculture. In the context of climate change and environmental pressure, safe and sustainable utilisation of existing and emerging organic resources becomes increasingly important, as is taking into account potential trade-offs or synergies. The conference will address the many facets of their application in agriculture.
Abstract submission for the 2025 edition will open in December 2024, and registration in April 2025. More info
OCT 22-24, 2025
XI Congresso Internacional da APDEA-Associação Portuguesa de Economia Agrária
O XI Congresso Internacional da APDEA-Associação Portuguesa de Economia Agrária realizar-se-á nos dias 22 a 24 de outubro de 2025 nas instalações do INIAV, em Oeiras.
Com o tema “A Agricultura no centro da Sustentabilidade: Ciência versus Demagogia”, o congresso tem como objetivo discutir o papel relevante da agricultura na promoção da sustentabilidade, baseado no conhecimento científico mais atual e confrontando mitos e perspetivas pouco fundamentadas. Ao reunir especialistas, investigadores, decisores políticos e agentes do setor, procuramos construir um entendimento sólido sobre como a agricultura pode ser um motor de sustentabilidade, enquanto navega por conflitos ideológicos.
A APDEA convida à participação neste evento através da submissão de resumos de trabalhos nas diversas áreas disciplinares e nos diferentes temas, encorajando os jovens investigadores e especialistas a apresentarem os seus trabalhos, alargando assim o debate que se revela tão importante no presente quanto nas decisões do futuro da agricultura.
Os melhores artigos serão publicados, em números especiais, na Revista de Economia e Sociologia Rural (RESR) e na Revista de Ciências Agrárias (RCA).
A submissão de abstracts está aberta até dia 31 de março. Informações mais detalhadas sobre o processo de submissão de propostas podem ser encontradas em https://events.iniav.pt/
JAN 18-23, 2026
XI International Symposium on Irrigation of Horticultural Crops
“XI International Symposium on Irrigation of Horticultural Crops” (Austrália)
Important dates:
- Start of abstract submission: 15 January 2025
- Deadline for abstract submission: 15 July 2025
- Deadline for abstract modification: 30 September 2025
- Deadline for fulltext paper submission: 15 November 2025
- Deadline for fulltext paper modification: 15 March 2026
More info: https://www.irrigation2026.com.au/