The 27th European Seminar on Extension & Education (ESEE) took place in Vila Real, Portugal, from 30 June to 4 July 2025, hosted by UTAD | CETRAD, under the central theme:
“Inclusivity and Transformations of Agricultural Extension and Education.”
The event brought together 150 participants from over 25 countries around the world. Researchers, practitioners, and policymakers gathered to share knowledge, foster dialogue, and explore innovative and inclusive approaches to agricultural extension and education.
Despite the high summer temperatures in Vila Real, the warmth and enthusiasm of the ESEE community made the seminar a vibrant and memorable gathering.
Highlights of the ESEE 2025 Program:
🔹 3 Live-Streamed Plenary Sessions (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgCRu71_Z-Y&list=PLejkLDGgd4mZkvtLyW8ZmewshIruFmxTC)
Addressing global perspectives on inclusivity, innovation, and transformation in agricultural extension systems.
🔹 32 Parallel Sessions, including 6 Special Sessions
A diverse range of topics covered by international researchers and professionals from academia, civil society, and public institutions.
🔹 3 Field Trips, offering unique hands-on learning experiences:
- Barroso – Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System
Including a working session with the technicians of Capolib cooperative. - Agroecological Transitions in the Douro Wine Region
With visits to Quinta das Carvalhas, Real Companhia Velha, and Fundação Casa de Mateus. - LIFE Maronesa Project
A visit to a traditional Maronesa cowshed, focusing on sustainable cattle herding practices.
🔹 Advanced Training Course on Interactive Innovation (https://www.esee2025.utad.pt/attractiss-i2connect-team/)
Designed for advisers and researchers, this course was held at the Museu do Douro, promoting collaborative methodologies in agricultural knowledge and innovation systems (AKIS).
For more information, visit the official ESEE 2025 website: https://www.esee2025.utad.pt/
