European Agricultural Forum 2025 – innovations and challenges for the future of agriculture

On March 26-27, 2025, the ZEN.COM Expo Exhibition and Congress Center of the Podkarpackie Voivodeship (formerly G2A Arena) will become the hub for discussions about the future of the agri-food sector. Industry leaders, farmers, producers and processors, industry experts, representatives of both Polish and international political scenes, as well as students and teachers from agricultural schools, will participate in the 7th edition of the European Agricultural Forum (EAF), organized by the European Fund for the Development of Polish Villages Foundation in cooperation with Agro Promotion. The event is held under the honorary patronage of Czesław Siekierski, the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Since its inception, EAF has provided a platform for inspiring debates, exchanging experiences, and fostering new partnerships that can significantly influence the future of Polish agriculture.

Key Topics

The upcoming Forum will focus the attention of participants on current challenges and opportunities for the development of Polish agriculture in light of the present and the perspective of the next Common Agricultural Policy and changes in the structures of the European Parliament.

Among the main topics of the discussion panels will be, among others:

• The impact of the European Green Deal on the competitiveness of the Polish food economy,
• Prospects for its sustainable development,
• Challenges related to reducing CO₂ emissions and the costs of implementing ESG,
• Consumer expectations regarding the quality and ecological nature of products,
• The role of innovative technologies in the transformation of agriculture, including green solutions and investments in renewable energy sources.

These topics are crucial for the development of rural areas and the fight against energy poverty.

Exhibition Zone

As every year, an integral part of the Forum will be the exhibition zone, where the latest technologies and tools supporting the efficiency of agricultural production will be presented. Participants will not only have the opportunity to gain practical knowledge but also establish valuable business contacts with industry leaders.ders.

A platform for joint strategy creation in agriculture

The European Agricultural Forum is more than just an annual industry event. It is also, or perhaps above all, a space for jointly developing strategies for the development of agriculture and rural areas in Poland and Europe. In the era of dynamic changes in agricultural policy and growing challenges related to the Green Deal and ESG, such meetings are of key importance for maintaining competitiveness and innovation in the sector.

The upcoming edition will allow participants to explore key aspects related to investments, sustainable development, and future technologies.

“We warmly invite everyone to participate!” said Krzysztof Podhajski, President of the European Fund for the Development of Polish Villages Foundation.

Building dialogue between science, business, and practice

The European Agricultural Forum annually gathers in Jasionka over 3,000 participants from Poland and abroad, creating a unique place for dialogue between science, business, and practice. Inspiring discussions, presentations of modern technological solutions, and opportunities to establish new business relationships make the Forum one of the key points in the agri-food sector’s calendar.

This year, it is also included in the schedule of events related to Poland’s upcoming Presidency of the European Union.

The European Agricultural Forum is not only a platform for dialogue but also a space for creating solutions crucial for the future of Polish and European agriculture. Ongoing climate changes and growing consumer expectations force the need for joint discussion, cooperation, and generating innovative ideas. “We offer the industry a unique opportunity to exchange experiences and build strategies that will allow effectively responding to the changing needs of the market and the environment,” added Krzysztof Podhajski.

Cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture

This year’s edition of the event, as in previous years, is held in close cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, confirmed by the honorary patronage assumed by Czesław Siekierski, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Registration for the European Agricultural Forum

Participation in the European Agricultural Forum is free of charge. It only requires prior registration. The application form will be available on the event’s website. Registration will begin soon.

Source: Press materials from the European Fund for the Development of Polish Villages