On 21–22 September 2026 in Veles, the second national workshop for agricultural extension and advisory services on integrating climate change adaptation in agricultural policy is being held.
The workshop is organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Economy of the Republic of North Macedonia, within the framework of the regional project “Green Agenda for the Western Balkans – Support to the Western Balkan Countries in Climate Change Adaptation”, funded by the Government of Germany through the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by GIZ in partnership with Standing Working Group for Rural Regional Development (SWG RRD).
As a continuation of the first national training, this two-day workshop focuses on further strengthening the technical and practical capacities of advisory and technical services, enabling them to better support farmers in addressing climate risks and adopting climate-resilient agricultural practices.
The workshop covers five key areas: Soil management, Water management and irrigation, Crop production, Livestock production, Economic aspects of climate adaptation
Particular emphasis is placed on practical examples, interactive exchange of experiences, and demonstration activities, helping to connect the knowledge gained with the real challenges faced by farmers in the field.
