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AGER \u2013 AGroalimentare E Ricerca <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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AGER \u2013 AGroalimentare E Ricerca (\u2018Agri-food & Research\u2019) is a philanthropic initiative promoted by a consortium of 18 banking foundations<\/strong>, led by Fondazione Cariplo.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Launched in 2008, AGER supports scientific research with a high impact of application in the Italian agri-food sector<\/strong>, with the aim of strengthening the competitiveness of agri-food supply chains <\/strong>through innovation and ensuring the sustainability of Italian agricultural production.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Initiatives and results of first three editions of AGER\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During the first two editions, conducted from 2008 to 2015<\/strong> and 2016 to 2022<\/strong> respectively, a total of 32<\/strong> multi-partner projects with a strong cross-sectoral approach were supported. The primary objective of these interventions was to encourage the development and adoption of innovative agronomic technologies and solutions<\/strong>, specifically aimed at eight strategic sectors of the Italian agri-food industry<\/strong>: cereal growing, fruit and vegetable growing, animal husbandry, viticulture, aquaculture, olive growing, mountain agriculture and dairy production. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The third edition of AGER<\/strong> kicked off in 2021<\/strong>, with an even more marked focus on supporting research and innovation oriented towards sustainable agricultural production<\/strong>. In this phase, extra attention was paid to optimising the use of natural resources and the ability to face the challenges posed by climate change. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the major interventions of this third edition is the \u201cFrom soil to field\u201d call for proposals<\/strong>, resulting the funding of three projects aimed at in-depth research into the soil microbiome. The aim of this study is to enhance the role of micro-organisms in promoting the health and fertility of Italian agricultural soils, while improving the efficiency in the use of water and nutrients. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In late 2024, the \u201cProtein Crops: innovations for sustainable nutrition\u201d call for proposals was also promoted<\/strong>, designed to support research activities on new technologies and production processes aimed at improving the quality and sustainability of leguminous crops. The ultimate goal of this initiative is twofold: on the one hand, to encourage the diversification of protein sources in the diet; on the other, to promote an increase in the use of plant-based proteins, in line with the latest needs for food sustainability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overall, the Foundations\u2019 intervention in support of the agri-food sector amounts to over \u20ac39 million<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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An anticipatory and collaborative approach in agri-food research\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During its almost 18 years of activity<\/strong>, AGER has supported projects that follow very different approaches, themes and purposes. This variety has been a strength, enabling us to face the emerging challenges<\/strong> of the Italian agri-food sector and to respond dynamically to the needs of supply chains<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A hallmark of the interventions funded by AGER has been their ability to anticipate research topics<\/strong> that have now become central to the European agricultural agenda. These include the fight against climate change<\/strong>, promotion of the circular economy<\/strong> and protection of the health and nutritional aspects of food<\/strong>. These choices have enabled AGER to position itself as a cutting-edge player that can drive innovation at a national level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through the calls, AGER has not limited itself to funding research but has actively promoted models of collaboration between researchers and players in the production chains<\/strong>. The aim has been to encourage the co-generation of knowledge <\/strong>and ensure the transferability of innovations to the production world<\/strong>, so as to make a concrete and lasting impact on the agri-food sector. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking to the future, AGER’s added value does not end with the scientific results obtained. Its real strength lies in its ability to build a community of intent<\/strong> that involves foundations, researchers and local areas. This network of relationships, based on trust and sharing, is the key to collectively facing and succeeding in the challenges of the agri-food sector, and to promoting truly sustainable innovation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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