Vinny Project -

On 30th September 2025, VINNY will be joining the online event “From Lab to Land: EU Projects delivering safer, sustainable solutions for crop protection and nutrition”, hosted by the AGRO4AGRI initiative. The session brings together five Horizon Europe Projects with complementary approaches to innovation in agriculture, from biopesticides to precision systems.

Margarida Fernandes, VINNY Project Coordinator and researcher from the Centre for Microelectromechanical Systems (CMEMS) at the University of Minho’s School of Engineering, will present the project “VINNY – Biopesticides and biofertilisers from microbiomes and waste”. Among other topics, her intervention will spotlight the way VINNY transforms vineyard residues and other by-products into nanoformulated agricultural inputs, combining microbiome science with circular economy (Circular by Design approach).

Following the presentation, VINNY will join a moderated panel discussion addressing cross-cutting challenges, with a particular focus on circularity and agri-waste valorisation. The goal is to encourage dialogue between Projects, foster synergies, and engage external stakeholders in the transition toward safer, low-impact farming practices.

The webinar is open to researchers, policymakers, farmers, and all those interested in the future of sustainable agriculture. It offers a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge solutions and connect with like-minded initiatives across Europe. Registration is now open, in this link, at no cost, providing an opportunity to engage in this conversation.