The EU CAP Network is organising the workshop ‘Growing alternative crops for new market opportunities in a changing climate’ with a focus on innovation, knowledge exchange and EIP-AGRI. We are looking for participants who would like to share their knowledge and experience on the topic.  

This event will take place in Vienna, Austria from 22 to 23 April 2026. 

The event will focus on the sharing of practical examples and experiences, innovative approaches and project results that can support farmers to make well-informed decisions about diversifying their cropping systems in response to climate change in different European regions. Practical information on crop suitability, cultivation practices and market opportunities for alternative crops will be key components in supporting this goal. More detailed information about this event can be found on the event page on the EU CAP Network website. 

The participants will have the opportunity to:

• Map successful real-world examples of the cultivation and marketing of alternative crops in different EU regions. 
• Identify and build knowledge on innovative practices related to alternative crop production and access to new markets, supporting farmers to ensure greater adaptability to climate change, diversification of income streams and strengthened socio-economic resilience.  
• Discuss the potential and the challenges of introducing alternative crops, both considering farm practices and associated market options. 
• Foster networking among EIP-AGRI Operational Groups (OGs), Horizon Europe multi-actor projects and other relevant innovative projects and disseminate their results. 

The event will include field visits to inspiring projects or initiatives on the cultivation and marketing of alternative crops. The field visits are organised in collaboration with The Austrian Rural Network. 

If you are interested in participating and actively sharing your experience and innovative ideas, please fill in the application form before 29 January 2026, 23:59 CET.