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

Biolog is the national platform dedicated to promoting and enhancing organic farming in Portugal. It brings together producers and other operators, organizations, and consumers who share the commitment to building a more sustainable, circular, and regenerative food system. As part of its mission to give visibility to best practices and success stories in the organic sector, biolog announces the opening of the biolog Awards 2025, an initiative that recognizes and celebrates pr

The acorn, the fruit of native Portuguese trees such as the holm oak and the cork oak, was for centuries a staple food in the Mediterranean diet and in animal feed (PINTO-CORREIA, 2013). Today, it is once again being valued for its nutritional potential and for the role it can play in an ecological and regenerative farming model (SERRANO, 2018). Rich in fiber, antioxidants, and complex carbohydrates, the acorn represents a sustainable alternative to intensive crops, requiring

The POMATO  project ( Effective management strategies to tackle Clavibacter sepedonicus  and Ralstonia solanacearum outbreaks on POtato  and toMATO  crops ) has officially launched to address the growing threat of bacterial diseases affecting vital horticultural crops. Funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe programme, with a total budget of €6.5 million, this four-year initiative aims to minimize crop losses and enhance sustainability across agricultural syste

On World Food Day, the National Network for a Balanced and Sustainable Diet (RNAES) launched a new participatory digital platform based on Citizen Science, inviting everyone to actively engage in building a healthier and more sustainable food future. The RNAES is an initiative whose main goal is to promote a balanced and sustainable diet throughout the national territory, engaging communities, institutions, and citizens. With this new digital platform, anyone can contribute i

In Portugal, there are around eleven native species of the genus Quercus that produce acorns (Vila-Viçosa, C. et al 2023). This diversity...

From September 4 to 7, Tavira welcomed thousands of visitors to celebrate the XI Mediterranean Diet Fair, an event that brought together...

The Adega Cooperativa de Pinhel will host a Field Day focused on technological innovation in viticulture, bringing together producers,...

The acorn, the fruit of trees such as the cork oak, holm oak, and common oak, is an essential component of Mediterranean ecosystems,...

Despite being an abundant resource in Portugal, the acorn remains largely undervalued, with most of it either wasted or used for animal...

On May 6, 2025, Floralves organized a Field Day in Vila do Conde as part of the FeedValue project, bringing together experts, farmers,...

Acorns have played a relevant role in human nutrition for centuries in Europe, especially in the Mediterranean region, where they were...

Throughout history, the acorn has been an underestimated natural resource, despite its high nutritional value and health benefits, making...

In Portugal, acorns are produced by different Quercus species, including the cork oak (Quercus suber), holm oak (Quercus...

The Montado is a unique and sustainable agroforestry ecosystem of the Iberian Peninsula. Its origins date back to the Neolithic period,...

On the 31st of July, the Raiana Fair hosted an inspiring awareness activity in collaboration with the In-Salads and MEDEAT_BB projects,...

The OakFood project was present with its Roll Up and the distribution of a flyer at the AGROVOUGA agricultural fair, which took place...

The acorn, the fruit of trees such as oaks, holm oaks, and cork oaks, has a long and rich history, deeply rooted in tradition,...

Portugal is an exceptional producer of acorns due to its extensive Montado, with Quercus genus trees estimated to represent about 36% of...

During this year's Raiana Fair, Food4Sustainability (F4S) showcased a series of dynamic events to promote sustainable practices in the...