SWG RRD

Discussions of the online meeting of REAWG on AKIS focused on national AKIS work plans, highlighting efforts across the region to strengthen advisory services, enhance knowledge transfer, and promote innovation through practical approaches. #apd_see

Organic Agriculture meeting focused on EU alignment, market trends, digitalisation, capacity building and #Biofach2026 insights. Importance of regional cooperation in organic value chains, improvement of data exchange and support sustainable growth was emphasized. #apd_see

17th meeting of the REAWG on Wine focused on: EU regulatory updates, climate impacts on viticulture, geographical indications, organic farming, and the rise of no- and low-alcohol wines. #apd_see

3rd Workshop on Integrating Climate Change Adaptation into Agricultural Policy gathered stakeholders from #NorthMacedonia to identify priorities, measures, and policy instruments for strengthening climate resilience in agriculture. 🌱 #RegionalClimatePartnership #GreenAgenda

4th Workshop on developing Guidelines for Climate Smart Agriculture was held in Šabac to identify key measures to strengthen agricultural resilience in Serbia. Supported by GIZ, in cooperation with SWG, on behalf of the German Government. #RegionalClimatePartnership #GreenAgenda

The 6th REAWG Meeting on Agricultural Policy Monitoring under the APD-SEE project focused on improving monitoring tools and strengthening alignment with the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) to support agricultural reforms and EU integration in SEE. #apd_see

At the 62nd Paris International Agricultural Show (SIA), SWG joined a high-level discussion hosted by Minister of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty of France. France as observer in the SWG framework reaffirmed strong support for #WesternBalkans cooperation in agriculture.

SWG RRD Parise, France: Marking an important milestone in strengthening regional and international cooperation in Southeast Europe new partnership agreement was officially signed between SWG and @CIHEAM . #ruraldevelopment #agriculture #RegionalCooperation #sustainability

Prizren workshop on CCAA marked a key milestone, reaffirming the commitment of institutions, experts & the SWG to advance coherent, actionable policies for climate-resilient agriculture across the Western Balkans. 🌱🌍 #RegionalClimatePartnership #GreenAgenda

3rd National Workshop in Serbia on Integrating Climate Change Adaptation into Agricultural Policy. Supported by GIZ in partnership with SWG RRD on behalf of the German Government. #RegionalClimatePartnership #GreenAgenda #WesternBalkans #Agriculture #ClimateAdaptation

Ministers of Agriculture from Southeast Europe met at the Ministers’ Meeting within #GFFA2026 to advance regional cooperation, #GAWB, competitiveness, and EU harmonisation. Partners reaffirmed the key role of agri-food and forestry sectors under the #BerlinProcess. @BMLEH_Bund

Warm welcome by Parl. State Sec. Martina Englhardt-Kopf to the SWG, Ministers and Heads of Delegations from Southeast Europe at a meeting during #GFFA2026 in Berlin. Strong dialogue for resilient agrifood systems.

🌱 At the #GFFA2026 Innovation Market, SWG showcased its latest work on agricultural policy &EU integration for the Western Balkans and Moldova. Our stand welcomed key policymakers and stakeholders underscoring the power of regional cooperation & evidence-based reforms. #apd_see

🎄The SWG wishes you Happy Holidays and all the best for the year ahead 🌟

From 14–18 Dec 2025, policymakers, academics & agri-experts from Southeast Europe joined an Exposure Visit to Brussels under #apd_see, strengthening regional dialogue and supporting EU integration. #EUAgriFoodDays2025

64th SWG Assembly Session in Zagreb hosted by Croatian Ministry of Agriculture. Focus: reviewing SWG 2025 plan, adopting 2026 plan, SEE Agri Ministers’ conclusions & Berlin Process outcomes. BMLEH–SWG Ministerial Meeting coming up in Berlin, Jan 2026. #BerlinProcess #GreenAgenda

REAWG on Organic Agriculture met in Skopje to review progress on National Organic Action Plans, EU Regulation 2018/848 alignment, and regional market development. Updates from the EU Organic Awards 2025, inspector trainings, and the Organic School were shared. 🌱#apd_see

🌲 10th Interim Meeting of REAWG on Sustainable Forest Management Experts from the Western Balkans discussed regional priorities from 2026 and alignment with EU acquis related to forestry issues. Stronger regional cooperation=stronger forests. #apd_see #GreenAgenda #BerlinProcess

🌾@SchorlemerS Internships in Germany for young people from the Western Balkans & Moldova! 🚜 Hands-on experience: crop farming, animal husbandry, horticulture & viticulture 🎯 Age 20–30, agri studies/training Apply now 👉 schorlemer-stiftung.de/austauschprogr…

As part of the #REVIVE project of the @InterregEuroMED programme, SWG RRD held a training for local farmers and municipal representatives to explore drone tech in agriculture. 𖥂🎮🧑‍🌾 Supporting digital skills and sustainable farming in rural communities of #NorthMacedonia