Soil is where life begins, and its regeneration can’t wait. The HealthySoil4Life Summer School  is more than a course — it’s a transformative experience designed to unlock the power of soil for a healthier, more sustainable future. By connecting soil health  with regenerative agriculture, nutrient-rich food, gastronomy, and creative expression , this program invites you to rethink the way we grow, eat, and live. Ready to be part of the change? 🌱 Why this is for you This expe

The POMATO project ( Effective management strategies to tackle Clavibacter sepedonicus and Ralstonia solanacearum outbreaks on POtato and toMATO crops ) wants to address the growing threat of bacterial diseases affecting vital horticultural crops, aiming to minimize crops losses and enhance sustainability across agricultural systems in Europe and Latin America. POMATO specifically targets Clavibacter sepedonicus and Ralstonia solanacearum , two bacterial pathogens threateni

Portugal is an exceptional producer of acorns, due to its extensive montado  ecosystem, with trees of the Quercus  genus representing around 36% of the national forest area. Despite historical records of acorn consumption worldwide, and contemporary evidence of traditional consumption in some Portuguese regions, only the holm oak acorn ( Quercus rotundifolia ) is currently authorised for human consumption by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). The OakFood project focus

The acorn, the fruit of oak, cork oak, and holm oak trees, was for centuries a survival food in several regions of Portugal and the Mediterranean. Although it fell out of use, it is now being rediscovered as a nutritious and versatile ingredient. Rich in complex carbohydrates, fiber, minerals, and antioxidants, the acorn has been studied and transformed into flours, breads, biscuits, and even beverages. The growing demand for healthier, local, and more sustainable foods has b