The I-Restart project has produced a comprehensive analysis outlining the future trends and skills needed in the agri-food and veterinary sectors. As Europe moves towards sustainability and digitalization, these sectors face new challenges and opportunities. Here’s what you need to know:
1. Sustainability: Reducing environmental footprints is key, with a focus on sustainable packaging, energy-efficient practices, and innovative processing technologies. In animal production, there’s a push for organic farming, alternative fertilizers, and higher animal welfare standards.
2. Digitalization: Precision farming, smart sensors, and artificial intelligence are revolutionizing the industry. From monitoring animal health with IoT devices to blockchain for food traceability, digital tools are transforming how we manage food production and veterinary practices.
3. One Health: This holistic approach integrates human, animal, and environmental health to tackle global challenges like antimicrobial resistance and zoonotic diseases. The veterinary sector is increasingly adopting digital diagnostics and telemedicine to improve animal care and sustainability.
4. Scenarios for the Future: The report outlines three future scenarios—local sustainability, continued sustainability, and tech-driven sustainability. Each scenario highlights different pathways for achieving the Green Deal's goals and addresses the skills required for each route.
With these trends, the agri-food and veterinary sectors are set to become more resilient, innovative, and sustainable. The I-Restart project’s insights offer a roadmap for future skills development, ensuring the workforce is prepared to meet these evolving demands.
Curious about the key trends shaping the future of agri-food? See the full report here
https://www.erasmus-i-restart.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/I-RESTART-D3.8-Future-trends-and-scenario-analysis_0.pdf
