KEKS - Registration for the expert lecture and workshop – Organic breeding: a holistic approach to developing resistant varieties
Thursday, June 18, 2026
From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Rozmarič Organic Farm (Trg Slavca Osterca 26, Veržej)
Content:
- Theoretical part: why laboratory seeds fail in the climate crisis and why the future lies in organic and biodynamic breeding.
- Practical demonstration in the field: how to identify the “right” plant among thousands—a practical demonstration of selection based on vitality and resilience.
- Presentation of best practices and models: building a fair value chain where farmers, processors, and retailers have come together.
- Discussion and exchange: exploring opportunities for collaboration.
The workshop is intended for:
- Farmers and seed producers seeking a stable and climate-resilient crop,
- Millers and bakers looking for local raw materials of premium baking quality with a unique story,
- Initiators of local supply chains who want to connect local producers directly with the market and consumers.