Year 1 Achievements | Spotlight on ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
As we celebrate the first year of the NOSTRADAMUS project, we highlight the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence (CoE), which played a crucial role in establishing the project’s digital backbone. Key Milestone:The ERATOSTHENES CoE successfully deployed the NOSTRADAMUS server infrastructure at the Cyprus University of Technology Datacenter. Why it matters:This infrastructure is not just a technical […]
Year 1 Achievements: DLG e.V. – German Agricultural Society
In the first year of the NOSTRADAMUS project, DLG e.V. has made significant contributions across networking, piloting, and international collaboration — all aimed at accelerating innovation in agriculture. WP1 – Multi-actor NetworkingAs one of the leading associations in Germany’s agricultural and food sector, DLG harnessed its strong network to drive knowledge exchange and innovation actions. […]
Year 1 Achievements: Aristotle University of Thessaloniki – Intelligent Systems and Software Engineering Lab (ISSEL)
The Intelligent Systems and Software Engineering Lab (ISSEL) of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki plays a pivotal role in the NOSTRADAMUS project, bringing over 30 research projects’ worth of expertise in intelligent systems, software engineering, and applied machine learning. Their work in Year 1 has been instrumental in laying the technological foundation of the project. […]
Year 1 Achievements | Cropt: Mapping Resilience in Challenging Times
The first year of the NOSTRADAMUS project put resilience to the test, with Serbia experiencing one of its toughest agricultural seasons in recent history. With nearly 50 consecutive days of drought in some regions, the conditions highlighted the urgency of innovation and data-driven monitoring. Against this backdrop, CROPT successfully monitored the agricultural season in Serbia, […]
Year 1 Achievements – AgFutura Technologies
As part of the first year of the NOSTRADAMUS project, AgFutura Technologies has made important contributions that strengthen the foundations of our work and connect digital innovation with sustainability goals. Data Integration ReportAgFutura led the production of the Data Integration Report, combining existing agricultural management databases with structured field-level surveys. This deliverable provides the entire […]
Year 1 Achievements | ITC – Innovation Technology Cluster
As we celebrate the first year of the Nostradamus project, we are proud to highlight the achievements of our consortium partner, ITC – Innovation Technology Cluster, who played a central role in laying the groundwork for innovation and stakeholder engagement. Key Achievements in Y1: Defining Data Requirements: ITC led Task 2.1, drafting Deliverable 2.1, which […]
Recap from the webinar: Innovative Practices for a Sustainable European Agrisector
On July 8, 2025, the webinar “Innovative practices for a sustainable European agrisector” brought together leading experts and EU-funded projects to explore how data-driven technologies and nature-based practices are reshaping the future of agriculture in Europe. Hosted by F6S and moderated by Felipe Taylor, the 90-minute session highlighted innovation pathways, shared experiences from ongoing projects, […]
Predicting a sustainable future: How Earth observation drives the circular transformation in the agri-food sector
The agri-food sector is currently at a critical juncture. The challenges posed by climate change, resource scarcity, and increasingly stringent regulations, such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), necessitate substantial adaptation efforts. However, the question remains: how can we navigate this intricate landscape effectively? The solution to this […]
Securing Europe’s Agricultural Future: How the NOSTRADAMUS Project is Advancing Food Security and Digital Innovation
As climate change, geopolitical instability, and market volatility place growing strain on Europe’s agricultural systems, the need to secure a sustainable and resilient food supply has never been more urgent. Agricultural independence and food security are not just policy buzzwords—they are critical components of a future-proofed European Union. The NOSTRADAMUS project, funded under the Horizon […]
What does AI have to do with agriculture?
One of the areas that are going through the most dramatic change in the break of the Fourth Industrial Revolution is agriculture. Today, more than ever, producers are under huge pressure to increase yields, reduce costs and grow quality products. This is not an easy task and requires dedication, hard work and investments, and the […]