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    Sustainable and Innovative Food Systems: The Mediterranean Diet as a Tool for Tourism and Local Development in EUSAIR Communities

    Bari, Italy | 29 & 30 September 2025

    We are pleased to invite you to save the date for the following event: Sustainable and Innovative Food Systems: The Mediterranean Diet as a Tool for Tourism and Local Development in EUSAIR Communities

    Organized by the EUSAIR Presidency of North Macedonia,  CIHEAM Bari, DG REGIO, and  EGP in cooperation of DG AGRI, DG MARE, DG GROW/DG MOVE this two-day workshop will gather key regional, national and EU-level stakeholders. The focus will be on leveraging the Mediterranean Diet, recognized by UNESCO and FAO, as a strategic tool to support sustainable tourism, rural development, youth engagement and food system innovation across the Adriatic-Ionian region.

    The event will take place in CIHEAM Bari Campus, Valenzano (Bari), Italy on the 29 and 30 September 2025.

    The programme will include high-level panels, interactive workshops and best practice showcases addressing:

    • Agrotourism, ecotourism and bio-districts
    • Organic, origin and local quality food
    • Youth, skills and digital tools in food and tourism

    Find  the draft Agenda HERE.

    REGISTER HERE