Rural Development

FLIARA Project Launches Toolkit to Promote Women-Led Innovation in Rural Europe

Today marks the official launch of the FLIARA Toolkit, a key milestone in the FLIARA project’s ongoing effort to enhance the visibility, recognition, and support of women-led innovations in agriculture and rural areas across the European Union. Developed as a dynamic and user-friendly platform, the Toolkit compiles the knowledge, methodologies, and findings generated throughout the […]

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FLIARA Project Powers Forward in Its Final Year: Policy, Innovation, and Impact at the Forefront

As the FLIARA Project enters its final stretch, the consortium continues to demonstrate unwavering momentum through impactful activities, strategic collaboration, and meaningful outcomes across Europe. The FLIARA Link meeting celebrated on April 24, 2025 was a testament to this ongoing drive, celebrating recent achievements while laying the groundwork for key deliverables and the upcoming final

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FLIARA Research Presented at International Entrepreneurship Conference Highlights Rural Support System Mismatches

Findings from the FLIARA project were recently presented at the prestigious 10th Annual Entrepreneurship as Practice Conference held at Jönköping International Business School. The presentation, delivered by project researchers Annie Roos (Linnaeus University) and Helene Ahl (Jönköping University), focused on critical mismatches within the Swedish rural business support system as it pertains to women entrepreneurs.

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Building Inclusive Rural Futures: The FLIARA Webinar on Gender Equality and Innovation

By VÍCTOR R. MARTÍNEZ On March 27, 2025, The FLIARA Project held an online event, “Empowering Rural Communities: Gender Equality and Innovation in Action,” convening leading researchers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to delve into the crucial intersection of gender equality, rural development, and innovation. The webinar spotlighted the pivotal role women play in shaping sustainable rural

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Slovenian Ministry Celebrates FLIARA Stories of Rural Innovation

A compelling exhibition illuminating the often-overlooked contributions of women in Slovenia’s rural communities has opened at the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food, showcasing their innovative spirit and vital role in sustainable development. Minister Mateja Čalušić officially launched the “Innovative Stories of Women from Rural Areas” exhibition, a key initiative of the Horizon Europe-funded FLIARA

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FLIARA Innovators and Ambassadors Join Irish International Women’s Day Agricultural Empowerment Event

Co. Kildare, Ireland – March 6th, 2025 – The Agricultural Science Association (ASA) and Macra’s joint International Women’s Day lunch event, held at the Lawlor’s Hotel in Co.Kildare, Ireland, focusing on empowerment and progress in agriculture, saw a strong presence from the FLIARA project. The event, held in support of Breast Cancer Ireland, drew a

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Women Step into Farming: Celebrating Women in Irish Agriculture

The event, entitled Women Step into Farming, was organised by the delegation of the European Commission Representation in Ireland in collaboration with the Irish Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine (DAFM) to mark International Women’s Day 2025. Moderated by Agriland editor Stella Meehan, the event highlighted the achievements of women in the sector while

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FLIARA Joins ‘Women Step Into Farming’ Event Celebrating Irish Women in Agriculture

To mark International Women’s Day 2025, the European Commission Representation in Ireland, in collaboration with the Irish Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM), is hosting a special event titled Women Step Into Farming. The event, taking place on Tuesday, March 4, will celebrate the invaluable contributions of Irish women in agriculture and highlight

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Empowering Women in Agriculture and Rural Innovation: A Call to Policymakers 

Over the coming months, the FLIARA Project consortium is intensifying its engagement with key stakeholders, particularly policymakers, to advance the role of women in agriculture and rural entrepreneurship. As the research reaches a crucial phase, the consortium is eager to collaborate with those who share a commitment to fostering gender-inclusive innovation and sustainable rural development. 

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Record Support for the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), Says Latest Eurobarometer Survey

The latest Eurobarometer survey reveals unprecedented support and awareness for the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), with 78% of respondents across Europe now familiar with the CAP—the highest level since 2007. This milestone underscores the growing recognition of the CAP’s role in shaping sustainable, high-quality food systems and supporting rural development. The survey highlights that

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