Symposium: “The farmers of tomorrow: Skills, jobs and renewal pathways in times of uncertainty”

30 September – 1 October 2026

The symposium “The farmers of tomorrow: Skills, jobs and renewal pathways in times of uncertainty” will take place on 30 September – 1 October 2026 in Zaragoza, Spain.

The event will bring together policymakers, researchers, practitioners, farmers’ organizations and youth representatives from across the Mediterranean region to discuss the future of agriculture, focusing on generational renewal, employment, skills and innovation in the agricultural sector.

In-person participation

This registration is for participants attending the symposium in person in Zaragoza. Registered participants will have access to all plenary sessions, round tables, and on-site activities of the programme.

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After completing this form, you will receive a confirmation email with practical information regarding your participation.

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Name *

Surname *

Email *

Gender *

Phone *

Organisation *

Position/Title *

Country *

Programme

Which sessions are you attending?

Day 1 (30 September 2026)

Day 1 *

Opening Session: “The future of farming: Who will farm? And under what conditions?”
Session 1: “The economics of farming: profitability, land and access to resources”
Session 2: “Work in agriculture: labour dynamics, skills and working conditions”
Session 3: “Why choose farming? Rural living conditions and the choice to stay”

Day 2 (1 October 2026)

Day 2 *

Session 4: “Farming differently: technology, cooperatives and new business models”
Session 5: “Enabling the next farmers: policies, partnerships and investment for agricultural renewal”
Closing session

Interpretation

Interpretation between English and Spanish will be available during the programme.
Please indicate if you will require interpretation support

Interpretation *

Logistics and participation

A shuttle bus will be available for attendees throughout the two days of the symposium. Will you require a seat?

Bus *

*Please note that seating will be arranged based on confirmed responses. Availability cannot be guaranteed for “Not sure” selections.

Will you attend the lunch on 30 September 2026 (day 1)?

Lunch Day 1 *

Will you attend the lunch on 1 October 2026 (day 2)?

Lunch Day 2 *

Do you have any dietary restrictions or food intolerances?

Intolerance

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