Adapting viticulture to climate change by implementing ecosystem-based measures to maintain economic viability (VitiClimRoBg - ROBG00370) - ROBG00370
What is the purpose?
Specific Objective: 2.4 - Promoting climate change adaptation and disaster risk prevention, resilience, taking into account ecosystem-based approaches
The project aims to build climate-resilient viticulture practices and infrastructure in the cross-border regions of SW Romania and NW Bulgaria. It collectively focuses on enhancing vineyard resilience against climate change through innovative solutions such as precision viticulture, smart water management, green systems, and cross-border cooperation. By integrating digital technologies, creating a collaborative network, and developing sustainable infrastructure, these projects strive to safeguard viticulture and ensure its long-term viability.
What is the budget?
1.610.750,22 €, from which 1.288.600,16 € FEDR and 322.150,06 € National Contribution
Who implements the project?
Lead partner (LP): University of Craiova, Romania
Partner 2 (P2): Institute of Viticulture and Enology, Bulgaria
Partner 3 (P3): Vidin Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Bulgaria
Partner 4 (P4): JUSTICE AND YOUTH ASSOCIATION - JUST, Romania
What is the implementation period?
Start date: 2025-12-18
End Date: 2027-12-17
Period: 24 months
Where it is implemented?
Craiova, Romania
Pleven, Bulgaria
Vidin, Bulgaria
What will happen?
- Integration of Digital Technologies in Viticulture;
- Germplasm Collection and Stress Response Evaluation;
- Experimental Validation of Adaptive Practices;
- VitiResearch Voice: Disseminating Pilot Research for Resilient Viticulture;
- Development of green systems for the protection and adaptation of vine crops to climate change;
- The Voice of VitiResearch; Disseminating the Adoption of Green Systems for the Adaptation of Vine Crops to Climate Change;
- Creation of a Cross-Border Hub for Cooperation and Exchange of Best Practices;
- Development of Interactive platform, Multilingual Interactive Animated Presentation on the Impact of Climate Change on Vineyards and Four Documentary Videos on Climate Change and Viticulture;
- Implementation of a cross-border knowledge and best practices transfer program;
- The Voice of VitiResearch; Awareness Campaign for the Population in Cross-Border Viticultural Areas.
What will be the results (what is the contribution to the program)?
- RCO87 - Organizations cooperating across borders: 6
- RCO84 - Pilot actions developed jointly and implemented in projects: 1
- RCR84 - Organizations cooperating across borders after project completion: 6
- RCR104 - Solutions taken up or up-scaled by organisations: 1
Status
The project is currently in implementation.