Activity No.6
Second International Seminar – Knowledge Exchange

Paving the Way for a European Cider Network

The final international conference in Asturias to present our results and establish a long-term alliance for rural revitalization

C green
Lead Partner:
Fundación Asturies XXI
Location:
Gijón (Asturias), Spain
Date:
September 2027
Duration:
4 days
Context
Held within the framework of the International Hall of Gala Ciders (SISGA) .
Strategic Analysis & Planning
Core Seminar Topics
WP2 Review

Evaluating the results of the international photography contest and its impact on raising awareness about women in agriculture

WP3 Best Practices

Sharing the most effective innovations and techniques discovered during the local technical workshops

Rural Solutions

Identifying common challenges and the best solutions for sustainable rural development

Youth Engagement Guide

Preparing the strategy for WP5 to address rural depopulation through educational activities

Program
Day 1:
Result Presentation

Meeting with local authorities and guest cities to share the project’s achievements and best practices

Day 2:
Policy Recommendations

Debate on public policies for rural development and expert presentations on the current situation of producers in Europe

Day 3:
Community Engagement

Public workshops on sustainable agriculture, cider culture, and the role of women, plus networking for sector stakeholders

Day 4:
Networking & Future Network

Formal invitation for guest cities to join the European Network of Apple and Cider Cities to ensure project continuity

Our Lasting Impact
Project Deliverables
E-Compendium
A comprehensive digital record of activities, results, and lessons learned (innovative practices, photography results, and workshop summaries)
Policy Recommendations

Concrete guidelines to support rural settlement and sustainable development through cider heritage

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