GEN4OLIVE SYMPOSIUM

25th – 27th February 2025, Rectorate of the University of Cordoba. Avda. Medina Azahara, 5. Cordoba, Spain.

GEN4OLIVE SYMPOSIUM

Project results and future directions in olive breeding

This three-day event showcased groundbreaking advancements in olive pre-breeding, featuring insights from leading experts and interactive discussions on the future of olive growing. Attendees engaged with innovative technologies, explored the comprehensive genetic resource database and participated in enriching cultural experiences.

SYMPOSIUM AGENDA

View the full agenda to see session times and key activities.

About

GEN4OLIVE is an H2020 EU-funded action aimed at accelerating the mobilisation of olive genetic resources and fostering pre-breeding activities. By characterising a vast array of olive varieties and developing innovative tools, GEN4OLIVE bridges the gap between germplasm banks and end-users, promoting sustainable and resilient olive cultivation.

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REGISTRATION FORM

Registration Closed

We look forward to welcoming you to Córdoba for this olive breeding innovation.

 



*The symposium is free of charge for GEN4OLIVE members and PhD students of the University of Cordoba. The fee of €30 per day for the NON-GEN4OLIVE members includes the cost of breakfast and lunch.

The payment must be made via bank transfer to the account detailed below. Please include your "full name" and the word UCOLIVO as the reference for the transfer.

Once the payment has been made, please send the proof of payment to the following email address to confirm your registration: cristian.garcia@uco.es

Bank transfer details:

  • Recipient: UNIVERSIDAD DE CÓRDOBA (Q1418001B)
  • IBAN: ES77 0049 2420 3127 1462 6725
  • SWIFT/BIC: BSCHESMM
  • Bank name: Banco Santander S.A.

Event Highlight

Discover the most memorable moments from our event!

Presentation of GEN4OLIVE Project Results

. Day 1
  • o Insights into the characterisation of 700 international olive varieties
  • o Advancements in wild olive conservation
  • o Launch of interactive web databases and AI applications
  • o Overview of SME cascade projects

Visionary Talks and Future Directions

. Day 2
  • o Keynote addresses by prominent figures in academia and industry
  • o Discussions on the future of olive breeding and related fruit species

A Journey into Olive Innovation - Visit to El Valenciano Rural Hub

. Day 3
  • o Visit of comparative trials of new olive varieties
  • o Overview of newly registered olive varieties

Why Attend?

• Gain Insights

Explore the latest findings and technologies in olive breeding, phenotyping, and AI applications.

• Network

Connect with leading scientists, industry representatives, and policymakers in the olive sector.

• Shape the Future

Participate in discussions and visionary talks to influence the next generation of olive breeding initiatives.

Event Speakers

Concepción Muñoz Díez

Professor at the University of Córdoba and Coordinator of GEN4OLIVE

Hristofor Miho

Senior Researcher at the University of Córdoba and GEN4OLIVE Manager

Juan Moral

Juan Moral

Professor at the University of Córdoba

Georgios Koubouris

Georgios Koubouris

Researcher at ELGO-Demeter, Crete, Greece, and WP Leader

Luigi Vincenzo Mancini

Professor at Sapienza University, Italy, and WP leader

Bert Popping

Managing Director, FOCOS Company, and WP Leader

Nathalie Chavrier

Nathalie Chavrier

Project Manager, CTA (Technological Corporation of Andalusia) and WP Leader

Rafael Rubio de Casas

Rafael Rubio de Casas

Professor at the University of Granada and WP Leader

Carlos Trapero

Professor and Olive Breeding Specialist at the University of Córdoba

Feliciano Priego Capote

Feliciano Priego Capote

Professor at the University of Córdoba

Meelad Yousef Naef

Rafael Rubio de Casas

Professor at the University of Córdoba, Spain

Juan Carlos Cañasveras Sánchez

Juan Carlos Cañasveras Sánchez

Director of Business Development at Balam Agriculture and WP Leader

Keynote Speakers

Alon Samach

Alon Samach

Professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel

Antonio Granell

Antonio Granell

Professor at Institute of Plant Molecular and Cell Biology (IBMCP), Valencia, Spain

Ksenija Gasic

Ksenija Gasic

Professor of Horticulture at Clemson University, USA

Stefano Tartarini

Stefano Tartarini

Professor at Bologna University, Italy

Carmen Escudero-Martinez

Carmen Escudero-Martinez

Senior Researcher at University of Dundee, UK

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

Daniele Manzella

Daniele Manzella

Policy and Legal Specialist at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Member of the GEN4OLIVE Advisory Board

Uygun Aksoy

Honorary president and chair of the board at the Ecological Agriculture Organization (ETO) Association. Member of the GEN4OLIVE Advisory Board

Catarina Bairrão Balula

Head of the Technical Cooperation and Training Department at the International Olive Council (IOC). Member of the GEN4OLIVE Advisory Board

Lhassane Sikaoui

Head of the Olive Growing, Olive Oil Technology, and Environment Unit at the International Olive Council (IOC). Member of the Gen4olive Advisory Board

Juan Antonio Polo Palomino

Head of the Olive Oil Technology and Environment Department at the International Olive Council (IOC). Member of the GEN4OLIVE Advisory Board

Francisco Javier Larraona

Head of the Observatory and IT Department at the International Olive Council (IOC). Member of the GEN4OLIVE Advisory Board

Participants from the GEN4OLIVE Consortium

Experts from academia, industry, and policy, representing a wide array of disciplines within the olive sector.

Participants from Advisory Board

  • International Olive Council (IOC)

  • FAO

  • And other global organisations committed to sustainable olive cultivation and breeding.

How to arrive

  • Travel Connections to Córdoba
    Train Services:


    Córdoba is well connected by high-speed train services with multiple departures daily:

    AVE & Avlo (Renfe) and IRYO High-Speed Trains:

      • Madrid-Córdoba: Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes
      • Málaga-Córdoba: Approx. 50 minutes
      • Seville-Córdoba: Approx. 45 minutes

    Tickets are available via their official website

    IRYO and RENFE.
  • OUIGO Train Services:

    Starting 16th January 2025, OUIGO will operate high-speed routes between Madrid, Córdoba, Málaga, and Seville, with tickets starting from €9.

    Tickets are available via their official website: OUIGO.
    Bus Services:

    Several bus companies operate routes connecting Córdoba with Madrid, Málaga, and Seville. Travel times vary between 2.5 and 5 hours depending on the route.

    Web: Omio
    Taxi Services in Córdoba:

     

    Córdoba has reliable and affordable taxi services for local transportation.

    • Approximate Rates:
      • City centre to Rectorate: €7-€10
      • Train station to Rectorate: €6-€8

    For reservations, use local taxi services such as:

    • Radio Taxi Córdoba: +34 957 76 44 44
    • Taxi Córdoba: +34 957 22 00 00

Accommodation

Accommodation Near the Rectorate

4-star hotel located just a 2-minute walk from the Rectorate. It offers comfortable rooms, modern facilities, and an excellent location for event attendees.

5-star luxury hotel with modern rooms and a rooftop pool, located a short walk from the venue.

4-star hotel in the heart of the historic Jewish Quarter, offering elegant rooms and modern amenities.

A spacious 4-star hotel featuring a rooftop pool and restaurant, within 10 minutes’ walking distance of the Rectorate.

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