Activity No.3
Local Workshops

Bridging Tradition with Innovation

Practical local workshops designed to enhance skills in sustainable production, rural design, and cider tourism across Europe.

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Lead Partner:
Zavod Jnana Bhakti Prada Trust
Location:
(Slovenia) Conducted locally in each consortium partner city
Date:
Between May 2026 and April 2027
Format:
One-day intensive sessions integrated into existing local festivals to maximize community engagement
Strategic Workshop Topics
The Four Strategic Pillars
Production & Quality

Focusing on production techniques, the use of local raw materials, and establishing quality labels for apples and apple-based products

Environmental Sustainability

Best practices for environmentally sustainable apple and cider cultivation

NEB Rural Design

Designing rural areas to foster development within the framework of the New European Bauhaus (NEB) initiative

Sustainable Tourism

Utilizing cider culture as a key element for sustainable tourism and rural settlement

Learning in the Heart of the Community

To ensure maximum visibility and public impact, workshops are held during prominent local events

  • Cider Festival in Nava (Spain): Held annually in July.
  • Apple, Wine and Olive Oil Fair in Carrazeda de Ansiães (Portugal): August 2026.
  • Fruit Festival in Chelčicko Lhenický (Czech Republic): October/November 2026
Program
A Full Day of Knowledge Exchange
Format:

Each session runs from morning to afternoon and includes:

    • Expert Talks: Sharing best practices and the latest innovations in the sector.
    • Interactive Activities: Hands-on sessions to encourage active citizen participation.
    • Networking & Collaboration: Facilitating exchange between local producers, policymakers, and citizens.
Milestones:
  • May 2026: Release of the E-document containing workshop content, images, and materials.
  • April 2027: Publication of the complete agenda and delivery of the final Workshop Description Sheet
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Funded by the European Union

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