The KSU team familiarized themselves with multifunctional farming practices in Greece
The KSU team familiarized themselves with multifunctional farming practices in Greece
The Kherson State University team continues its work in Greece as part of the international Erasmus+ SAFER – Sustainable Agri-Futures: Empowering Climate Resilience and Green Growth in Higher Education project. The project brings together universities from Greece, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Egypt, and Jordan around a common goal – training specialists for the sustainable development of the agricultural sector in the context of climate change.
On June 10, participants of the first transnational project meeting took part in a study visit to Alpha Lavender – Multifunctional Farm & Experiences — a multifunctional farm that serves as an example of a modern combination of agricultural production, environmental responsibility, agritourism, and educational activities.
During the field visit, the KSU team familiarized themselves with multifunctional farming practices, approaches to entrepreneurship development in rural communities, and tools that help combine economic efficiency with the principles of sustainable development.
Particular attention was paid to the issues of adapting the agricultural sector to climate change, the rational use of natural resources, and creating additional opportunities for the development of rural areas.
“Amidst the lavender fields of Greece, I was reminded of the Kherson region. I remembered the saffron, lavender, and tulip fields in Lyubymivka... Before the full-scale war, our region also had successful examples of combining agricultural production, tourism, and rural development. Unfortunately, today this territory is under temporary occupation. That is why such visits are of particular value for Kherson State University. The south of Ukraine is undergoing large-scale ecological and socio-economic transformations related to both the consequences of the war and climate change. It is extremely important for us to study European experience, which will be useful during the future recovery and development of our communities”, – commented KSU Rector Oleksandr Spivakovskyi.
The SAFER project is aimed at modernizing educational programs, developing digital learning, strengthening cooperation between universities and communities and businesses, as well as forming new competencies in the field of climate resilience and green growth.
“I am convinced that KSU's participation in this initiative opens new opportunities for our students, faculty, and partners. We believe in the future of the southern regions of Ukraine. We believe in the Kherson region. And even today, we are working so that after Victory, we can use the best European experience for its rebirth”, – emphasized Rector Oleksandr Spivakovskyi.
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