Agrosystems and bioeconomy
This thematic area aims to develop scientific knowledge for the sustainable improvement of primary production and by-product recycling to promote a circular economy.
Bioeconomy
We apply multidisciplinary skills to the bioeconomy and circular economy through R&D projects and technical-scientific consultancies
Digital Agriculture
We aim to become the go-to place for the provision of research, innovation and development activities in the field of smart agriculture and automation
Fruit Crop Genetics and Breeding
Unraveling the genomic and molecular bases that underlie fruit quality and resistant traits to develop improved fruit cultivars and assist traditional breeding programs
Grapevine Physiology and Breeding
Developing scientific knowhow and innovative varieties that resist biotic and abiotic stress to promote sustainable and quality viticulture
Plant Biotechnology
Applies new breeding technologies (cisgenesis, gene editing) for functional genomics studies in plants to increase tolerance to biotic and abiotic stress and improve fruit quality.
Plant Protection
This Unit focuses on crop protection to decrease reliance on pesticides and improve well-being and the land-based economy with the development of innovative and sustainable agricultural practices.