Vinny Project -

The VINNY Project is a four-year initiative that aims to reduce the use of conventional agrochemicals in viticulture by 50%. Funded by the European Union (EU), it brings together 19 partners from 10 countries to develop eco-friendly biopesticides and biofertilizers using bio-nanotechnology.

The primary focus is on developing a new generation of nanobiopesticides and nanobiofertilizers derived from grapevine by-products and other industrial waste. The compounds will be encapsulated in biodegradable matrices to enhance their effectiveness and availability in the field.

VINNY has five main objectives: to explore new bioactive ingredients from grapevine sources and industrial side streams; to develop eco-friendly nanobiopesticides and fertilizers; to create agrotextiles impregnated with biofertilizers; to test the efficacy and safety of these solutions in laboratory and plant trials; and to validate them in five vineyards across different European regions.

The Project will also create a European Vineyard Network, comprising three Living Labs and one Lighthouse. This network will support testing, demonstrations, and knowledge sharing among researchers, farmers, and stakeholders in the viticulture sector.

Aligned with the European Union’s environmental strategies, the VINNY Project aims to contribute to more sustainable agricultural practices through applied research and innovation.