OBJECTIVE: The objective of the project is to adapt and improve the professional qualification in the Agri-food sector of the Levante of Almeria and Murcia by training them in the use of ICTs that affect the reduction of agricultural environmental impact and promote the circular and green agro-economy

THEMES: The project addresses the issue of sustainable agriculture and the circular and green agri-food industry. It is also related to other sectors related to the green and circular economy in agri-food, such as waste reuse, energy and water efficiency, ICT and tourism.

DESCRIPTION: The Agro-Ecosystem of the east of Almeria and Murcia is at serious risk due to its great environmental impact and climate change.

Technological advances make it possible to implement new ways of producing that improve the competitiveness and sustainability of the sector. But its rapid progress is making the professional skills of a large number of workers obsolete. AGRO-TIC is a holistic action on the territory that was born to implement Local Development Strategies designed in order to move towards a Green Economy

It will act on three levels:

1. Qualification of 190 pers. in the use of ICT applied to the sector.

2. Advice to 25 people. for the design of professional itineraries that improve their profile.

3. Identification of technological processes and innovations (existing or to be developed) applicable to jobs that have an impact on the sustainability of the sector and the creation of more technified, green and higher quality jobs through social innovation.